Unique Father’s Day Gift | Mid-Sized Twisty Chinese Elm Bonsai – 12 years old
Product Code: FD64
£61.49 – £69.48Price range: £61.49 through £69.48
A Unique Father’s Day Gift: 12-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai
This Father’s Day, give Dad a gift that’s as lasting and meaningful as your appreciation for him—a beautifully mature 12-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai tree. With its elegant, twisty s-shaped trunk and delicate, twiggy branches, this indoor bonsai captures the spirit of a classic woodland tree in miniature. Its rich green foliage and graceful silhouette make it a timeless, living gift that grows more beautiful with time.
Why the Chinese Elm Bonsai is So Special
Easy to Care For
The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia or Zelkova) is one of the most beginner-friendly bonsai trees, thanks to its hardy nature and adaptability. It thrives indoors year-round, retains its green foliage, and only requires simple, routine care. Just keep the soil moist to the touch and fertilise weekly to give it the nutrients it needs to grow.
Natural Elegance
This bonsai has been expertly styled in an s-shaped form, giving it a flowing, organic appearance. Its fine branching invites light pruning and shaping, while the bark naturally develops texture and character as it ages—offering a wonderfully aged appearance over time.
Rich in Symbolism
In Chinese tradition, the Elm tree symbolises wisdom, inner strength, love, and intuition—making this a truly thoughtful and symbolic Father’s Day gift.
What’s Included in the Gift Set
A mature 12-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai tree, styled and ready to display in a navy blue glazed ceramic bonsai pot
Your choice of plastic, ceramic or no drip tray
A rustic cut log wooden hanging tag engraved with “Best Dad”
- Free care instructions
Delivery & Personalisation
Free Next Working Day Delivery
Available across England, Wales, and Southern Scotland. We also deliver to the Highlands, Islands, and Northern Ireland (additional charge and delivery time apply).
Select Your Preferred Delivery Date
Choose the delivery date at checkout to ensure it arrives right on time.
Add a Personal Touch
Gift wrap, balloons, and custom tag options are available to create a fully personalised Father’s Day surprise.
Perfect for Beginners and Bonsai Enthusiasts
With its fast growth and forgiving nature, the Chinese Elm is ideal for new bonsai owners and experienced hobbyists alike. Whether your dad is discovering bonsai for the first time or already a fan, this elegant, characterful tree is a thoughtful and lasting way to show your love this Father’s Day.
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What's in This Bundle?
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Twisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Indoor Bonsai Tree - 12 years old
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Drip Tray Options for Medium Pots
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Best Dad Wooden Log Tag
Description
A Truly Unique Father’s Day Gift: 12-Year-Old Chinese Elm Bonsai
Make this Father’s Day unforgettable with a unique, living gift full of meaning, beauty, and character. This 12-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai is the perfect way to say “thank you” to a truly special dad.
With its elegant s-shaped trunk and finely branched canopy, this bonsai looks like a miniature forest tree—full of personality and presence. The vibrant green leaves and natural woodland style add a calming touch to any room.
Why Dad Will Love It:
Hardy & Easy to Care For – The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) thrives indoors and is ideal for beginners or busy dads.
Full of Character – The twisty trunk, twiggy structure, and textured bark give this bonsai the look of a wise old tree in miniature.
Symbolic Meaning – In Chinese tradition, the elm represents inner strength, wisdom, and love—perfect sentiments for Father’s Day.
What’s Included:
12-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai
Stylish navy blue ceramic pot
Choose either a plastic or ceramic tray – or don’t include one!
Rustic cut log wooden hanging tag engraved with “Best Dad”
Bonsai Direct care instructions with tips for long-term success
📦 Fast & Flexible Delivery:
Enjoy FREE UK next working day delivery, or choose a specific date at checkout. Add optional gift wrap, a balloon, or even a personalised tag to make it extra special.
This bonsai is more than a gift—it’s a gesture of love that grows. Whether your dad is new to bonsai or already a fan, this Chinese Elm offers beauty, simplicity, and a lasting reminder of how much he means to you.
Specification
Height: ~ 34cm
Pot size: ~ 18 x 13cm
Age: 12 years
Please note that all bonsai are unique and that some slight variation from the photograph shown should be expected. All sizes are approximate.
Bonsai Variety
🍃 Variety
The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) 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
🌿 Delivery Options
Choose your date
| Service | When will it arrive? | Charge |
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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.
🚚 All bonsai tree orders can be tracked and our couriers will notify you of your delivery slot.
Bonsai Care
🌱 Bonsai Care Guide
Beginner-friendly
| Care | What to do | How often |
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| 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.
All prices are inclusive of VAT at standard rate.
