Chinese Elm Bonsai Tree – 20 Years, Large Specimen

The Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) is one of the most popular and beginner-friendly bonsai trees, prized for its fine, ramified branching and small, glossy serrated leaves. This hand-shaped specimen is around 20 years old and about about 100 cm (40 inches) tall, planted in a sturdy plastic pot. At around 40 inches it is a large, statement specimen.

Care

The Chinese Elm is widely considered one of the easiest and most forgiving bonsai, making it an excellent choice for beginners.

• Sunlight: bright light; happy in full sun or partial shade, indoors by a bright window or outdoors on a balcony
• Watering: keep the soil evenly moist; water when the surface just begins to dry
• Fertilizing: feed once every 30–60 days with NPK 19:19:19 or vermicompost
• Pruning: trim lightly and regularly to build its fine, ramified branching

Ideal for

Elegant and slow-grown, this Chinese Elm makes a striking bonsai centrepiece and a thoughtful gift — a memorable housewarming or Griha Pravesh present. It is highly adaptable, thriving in bright light indoors or outdoors on a balcony or terrace. Every bonsai is selected and shaped by hand at Abana Homes and arrives carefully packed, ready to display.