Small Chinese Elm Shohin Bonsai Tree – A Charming 6–7 Year Indoor Bonsai
This adorable 6–7-year-old Chinese Elm small bonsai tree stands at around 25cm and captures all the appeal of a mature tree in miniature form. As a shohin bonsai, it belongs to a category known for compact size, expressive movement and big personality. Shohin bonsai are treasured for their ability to deliver refined styling in a small, manageable form—perfect for shelves, desks, windowsills and smaller living spaces.
A Beautifully Presented Small Bonsai Tree
This Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) sits in a high-quality midnight blue ceramic pot with a matching drip tray. The rich blue glaze frames the warm bark tones and the clean s-shaped trunk beautifully. Neat foliage pads create a miniature woodland silhouette, while the naturally small leaves keep the tree perfectly in proportion.
Small Size, Big Character
Although compact, this elm displays everything enthusiasts love about the species—fine serrated leaves, elegant branching and a friendly, approachable form. Its structure feels balanced and expressive, making it a wonderful choice for both beginners and plant lovers who enjoy thoughtful, hands-on care.
Shohin Bonsai Care – A Little More Attention, A Lot More Reward
Because the pot is small, the soil dries more quickly than with larger bonsai. You will need to check moisture regularly and water as soon as the soil begins to dry. This makes the tree ideal for someone who enjoys tending to plants and appreciates a gentle daily routine.
Despite its size, the Chinese Elm remains one of the most forgiving indoor bonsai varieties, offering steady growth and excellent responsiveness to pruning.
Species Overview – Ulmus parvifolia
The Chinese Elm symbolizes inner strength, intuition, wisdom and steady resilience. Its naturally small leaves and elegant trunk movement make it a favourite for beginners. It handles indoor growing conditions well and develops character quickly, making it one of our top recommendations for new bonsai enthusiasts.
Why Choose Bonsai Direct
Our family-run nursery in rural Devon grows every bonsai with care, patience and expert attention. We style our trees by hand and follow sustainable, nature-led growing methods. Each bonsai includes a simple care leaflet written by our growers so beginners feel confident from day one. When you choose a Bonsai Direct tree, you choose quality, authenticity and a small business that values every customer.
