Stylish Chinese Elm Bonsai gift, perfect for Christmas with "Merry Christmas" snowman designed tag
The tiny twigs of the Chinese Elm bonsai
Overall Height ~ 28cm Age: 8yrs

Pretty Indoor Christmas Bonsai Gift with Twisty Design | Perfect for Beginners

£52.99

SKU: Christmas14

Free Delivery by Tuesday 27th October available

This bundle includes:

Standard Elm build a bonsai

Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai - Standard Size 8 years

PLastic drip tray

Small Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray

Merry Christmas Snowman tag

Wooden Tag -Merry Christmas Snowman

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An elegant 8-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai with a graceful twisty s-shaped trunk, potted in a blue ceramic pot with a dark drip tray. Includes a wooden snowman “Merry Christmas” tag and a printed care leaflet. A charming and meaningful Christmas gift symbolising wisdom, love, and inner strength — perfect for beginners or bonsai enthusiasts alike.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1xChinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Beginners Twisty Indoor Bonsai - Standard Size 8 years
  • 1xSmall Dark-Coloured Plastic Drip Tray
  • 1xWooden Tag -Merry Christmas Snowman
Description

Easy-Care Twisty Chinese Elm Christmas Bonsai Tree Present | Elegant 8-Year S-Shaped Delight

Gift a living expression of peace and beauty this Christmas with our 8-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai (Ulmus parvifolia) present. This twisty s-shaped bonsai captures the timeless appeal of the classic Chinese Elm, admired for its fine twiggy branching, strong trunk movement, and rich green serrated leaves that stay glossy throughout the year. Compact, elegant, and full of character, it’s an ideal bonsai for beginners or as a thoughtful festive keepsake.

A Classic and Meaningful Christmas Present

The Chinese Elm represents inner strength, wisdom, intuition, and love — making this a truly meaningful and heartfelt Christmas gift. Loved for its forgiving nature, this species is easy to grow and care for, offering year-round enjoyment.

Complete Gift Set Includes:

  • 8-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai (Ulmus parvifolia)
  • Blue glazed ceramic bonsai pot
  • Dark-coloured drip tray
  • Wooden “Merry Christmas” snowman-design hanging tag
  • FREE printed bonsai care leaflet with expert tips and symbolism

Why Customers Trust Bonsai Direct to Gift a Tree

At Bonsai Direct, we’re a professional family-run nursery based in Devon, with decades of expertise in bonsai growing and styling. Each bonsai is nurtured with care by our expert growers, beautifully packaged for safe arrival, and accompanied by a clear care guide. Our passion for quality, sustainability, and customer satisfaction ensures every gift is a joy to give and receive.

(Please note: This is a generic photograph. The bonsai you receive will be very similar in style, size, and quality but uniquely individual.)

Specification
Evergreen
Yes - When grown indoors
Flowering/Fruiting
No
Pot Size (cm)
14 x 9
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Either - Protect from extreme frost
Difficulty
Easy - Perfect for beginners
Maintenance
Positioning: Place in bright position avoiding direct sunlight in mid summer

Watering: Keep soil evenly damp; check daily.

Feeding: Apply bonsai fertiliser weekly following the instructions on the bottle.

Pruning: Trim new shoots regularly to keep shape and encourage ramification.

Repotting: Repot every two years in early spring using free-draining bonsai soil.

Note: Can live outside during summer months but protect from frost.
Pet Friendly
Yes
Bonsai Variety

The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parviflolia) makes a truly beautiful bonsai with small bright green leaves. The tree has excellent twig structure and has great character throughout, making it the perfect representation of a woodland tree. In our opinion the Chinese Elm is the most perfectly proportioned, easy to care for and adaptable tree and makes a superb bonsai; which can be grown either indoors or outdoors.

Delivery

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(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)		 Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
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(Weekdays before 1pm)		 Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £8.99
Weekend Delivery Chosen Saturday or Sunday £8.99
Highlands & Islands
AB37–38, AB54–56, FK17–21, GY, HS, IV1–63, JE, KA27–28, KW1–17, PA20–49, PA60–78, PH19–26, PH30–40, PH42–44, PH49–50, TR21–25, ZE		 Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
Northern Ireland Two working days (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date £7.99
✅ Every bonsai is hand-checked, watered, and securely packaged for safe arrival.
📘 Printed care guide included with all orders.
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Bonsai Care

🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
Care What to do How often
Step 1 Read your printed Care Instruction Guide included with every bonsai tree before you begin. Upon arrival
On arrival In hot weather, stand pot in water for 5 minutes, then drain. Once on day 1
Position Indoor Bonsai – Bright daylight, avoid harsh midday sun & cold draughts. Outdoor Bonsai – bright to semi-shaded, sheltered position. All year
Water Check soil daily; keep damp to the touch (not soggy). In hot spells, soak the pot briefly. Daily check
Mist Lightly mist foliage to boost humidity and condition leaves. Once or twice a week
Feed Use bonsai fertiliser, diluted as directed. Follow the directions on the bottle. Species dependant
Prune Trim longer shoots to maintain shape and encourage new growth. As needed
Health If needed, use an invigorator/insecticide and follow the label instructions. If issues arise
🌿 Don’t worry! Your detailed printed care guide walks you through everything step by step.
🎥 Extra help & videos are available on our website.
✅ Every bonsai is checked, watered & securely packaged before dispatch.
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