Timeless Elegance: Classic Hardy English Elm Bonsai Tree

Elegant English Elm Bonsai Tree | 8 years old

Discover the timeless elegance of our 8-year-old English Elm Bonsai Tree. A hardy bonsai ideal for your garden, patio or balcony. Nestled in a glossy black ceramic bonsai pot. Admire its serrated leaves, creating a charming texture that adds to its appeal.

With an open and even foliage canopy, this bonsai exudes a sense of balance and harmony. It is supremely elegant and strong foliage pads.

The English Elm, scientifically referred to as Ulmus minor, stands as a majestic deciduous tree native to Europe, including the United Kingdom. Adorned with rough, fissured bark of a grey-brown hue, this species showcases small, ovate leaves, with a serrated edge. As the seasons change, the English Elm adorns itself with pretty autumnal hues, in soft golds.

Its iconic shape evolves over time, with youthful specimens adopting a pyramidal form that matures into a broad.

Easy Care English Elm Bonsai Tree

Pruning:

Pruning is essential for maintaining the styling and shape of an English Elm bonsai (Ulmus minor). It should be done primarily during the tree’s dormant season in late winter or early spring to encourage vigorous growth in the upcoming season. Remove any crossing branches, and reduce the length of long and straggly shoots. Additionally, selective pruning can be performed throughout the growing season to refine the bonsai’s silhouette and promote ramification. Use sharp and clean pruning tools to make precise cuts.

Positioning:

English Elm bonsai trees thrive in bright or semi-shaded positions; they are not overly fussy. Position the bonsai where it can receive full sun to partial shade throughout the day, ensuring it gets enough sunlight for optimal growth and development. Protect the tree from strong winds, as excessive wind can damage its delicate foliage and branches. During winter, protect the bonsai from freezing temperatures to prevent frost damage.

Watering:

English Elm bonsai trees prefer a well-draining soil and like to be kept just damp. Check the soil daily and only water when the soil surface is a little drier. It usually cages to a lighter shade of brown. During hot weather or when the bonsai is actively growing, you may need to water more frequently to prevent the soil from becoming too dry. During winter it is unlikely to need watering much if kept outside.

Feeding:

Fertilise your English Elm bonsai regularly during the growing season (spring through early autumn) to provide essential nutrients for healthy growth and foliage development. Use Bonsai Direct liquid fertiliser to keep your bonsai growing well and to encourage more leaves to thicken the foliage pads. You don’;t need to feed this bonsai during winter months. Regular feeding will help ensure that your English Elm bonsai remains vigorous and continues to thrive for years to come.

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This is the exact bonsai which you will receive!

A delightful English Elm Bonsai Tree in sleek mottled bronze pot
HEIGHT : ~ 36cm
POT SIZE : ~ 15 x 12cm
AGE : ~ 8 years
POT: Bronze rectangular ceramic pot
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