Specimen bonsai tree fr sale
Overall Height ~ 56cm Age: 27yrs

Statement Indoor Chinese Elm Bonsai with Dramatic Twisty Trunk | 27 year old

£795.00

SKU: PE153

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A commanding Chinese Elm with a thick, twisty trunk and dramatic root flare. The branches carry a lush canopy of fresh green foliage, while the deep blue ceramic pot gives it a clean, tasteful finish. It keeps its leaves year-round indoors, adapts easily to room temperatures, and responds well to pruning — making it forgiving enough for beginners yet rewarding for experienced growers. You’ll receive the exact tree pictured, with free care instructions and next working day delivery to most of the UK.

Description

Extra-Large Chinese Elm Bonsai – Strong Trunk, Clean Lines

First Impressions

This Chinese Elm has presence. The roots flare wide at the base, just like an old woodland tree after years of wind and rain. The trunk is thick and twisty, with flaky bark that gives it real character. From there, the branches carry the eye upward into a canopy of fresh green foliage. Light filters through beautifully. Every branch has been placed with care, and it shows.

This isn’t a plant. It’s a piece of living art.

Pot & Presentation

It comes in a deep blue ceramic pot. The colour works well with the green leaves and gives the whole thing a clean, finished look. Simple. Tasteful. Nothing fussy.

Why This Tree Works

The Ulmus parvifolia is a classic for a reason. It keeps its leaves all year indoors, handles different room temperatures without fuss, and bounces back well from pruning. Beginners love it because it’s forgiving. Experienced growers love it because there’s so much to work with. It also symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom, and love — so it works as a gift that actually means something.

What You’ll Get

You get the exact tree in the photos. Free care instructions come with it, so you’ll know what to do from day one. Free next working day delivery is available for most of the UK. You can also add care accessories and gifting extras at checkout.

Behind the Scenes

We’re a family-run nursery. We grow every bonsai ourselves. The tree you see is the tree you get. We pack it carefully and send it with pride, because we love what we do.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes - if kept indoors
Flowering/Fruiting
No
Pot Size (cm)
32 x 25
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Either - Protect from 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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Standard Delivery
(England, Wales & Southern Scotland)
Next working day (order before 3:25pm) or your chosen date FREE
Premium AM
(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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