Overall Height ~ 33cm Age: 12yrs

Valentines Character Beginners Indoor Bonsai ~ Chinese Elm 12 years old

£67.99

SKU: VAL29

Free Delivery by Saturday 24th October available

This bundle includes:

Twisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Indoor Bonsai Tree - 12 years old

Medium Drip Tray

I Love You Red Heart Mini Air-Filled Foil Balloon

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This 12-year-old Chinese Elm bonsai makes a calm and meaningful Valentine’s present. A naturally twisty trunk and fine green leaves give it real character. Easy care and forgiving growth make it ideal for beginners. Presented in a navy blue ceramic pot with a dark-coloured drip tray. Finished with a simple “I love you” balloon for a Valentine’s touch. A lasting gift that symbolises harmony, strength, and love.

What's in This Bundle?
  • 1xTwisty Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) Indoor Bonsai Tree - 12 years old
  • 1xMedium Drip Tray
  • 1xI Love You Red Heart Mini Air-Filled Foil Balloon
Description

Valentine’s Character Bonsai Gift – 12-Year-Old Chinese Elm

A thoughtful Valentine’s present with real personality

If you’re browsing for Valentine’s presents that feel meaningful rather than mass-produced, this Chinese Elm bonsai is a lovely place to stop. Quietly characterful and easy to live with, it’s the kind of gift that settles into someone’s space and becomes part of their day.

A Bonsai with Natural Character

This 12-year-old Chinese Elm has developed exactly the sort of features people fall in love with. The trunk twists naturally as it rises, giving the tree movement and age, while fine twiggy branches carry rich green leaves that stay neat and balanced. It feels calm, established, and pleasing from every angle.

Chinese Elm is a long-standing favourite for beginners. It copes well indoors, responds kindly to pruning, and forgives the occasional mistake. That makes it ideal if your Valentine is new to bonsai—or simply wants something beautiful without fuss.

Presented as a Valentine’s Gift

The bonsai arrives planted in a navy blue ceramic pot that suits both modern and traditional interiors. A dark coloured drip tray is included to keep surfaces protected and tidy. To finish it off, a pretty “I love you” air-filled balloon adds a gentle Valentine’s touch without overpowering the tree itself.

A Tree with Meaning

Often called the tree of harmony, the Chinese Elm symbolises inner strength, intuition, wisdom, and love. It’s a subtle message, but a powerful one—perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or simply reminding someone how much they matter.

Perfect for Home or Office

This bonsai sits beautifully on a windowsill, desk, or side table. It enjoys a bright room with good daylight and rewards light, occasional pruning with even growth and shape. A printed care guide is included, so everything needed to get started is close at hand.

Delivery & Gifting Options

We offer free next working day delivery on all bonsai, and you can also select a specific delivery date at checkout—ideal if you’re planning for Valentine’s Day itself. Gift wrap, personalised extras, and additional accessories can be added once the bonsai is in your basket.

Specification
Evergreen
Yes
Flowering/Fruiting
No
Pot Size (cm)
18 x 13
Pot Colour
Blue
Indoor/Outdoor
Indoor
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

🌿 Delivery Options
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Service When will it arrive? Charge
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
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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