Bonsai di Zelkova Parvifolia (13).

Presentation

Mature specimen of Ulmus parvifolia, the Chinese elm, with 27-28 years of cultivation behind it and a corky trunk that flares into a nebari of about 15 cm. The canopy is set on two clearly distinct levels, with dense ramification and fine foliage. A collector's plant, suited to those who already have experience handling specimens of this size.

Technical features

• Species: Ulmus parvifolia (Chinese elm, Zelkova parvifolia)
• Height of the plant alone: 64 cm
• Nebari: about 15 cm
• Age: about 27-28 years
• Pot: round, 42 cm diam. x 10.5 cm h.
• Pot material: unglazed stoneware
• Total weight: 14 kg
• Position: outdoors, full sun with shading during the hottest hours
• Care level: medium

How to care for it

Keep it outdoors all year round, in a bright, airy spot, sheltering it only from prolonged frost. With a pot 42 cm wide and just 10.5 cm deep, the substrate dries out quickly: from June to August check the moisture every day and water until it drains freely, gradually reducing in autumn. In spring growth starts vigorously and requires regular pinching to keep the two canopy tiers compact.

To learn more about caring for this species, see the complete botanical care sheet.

Frequently asked questions

Will I receive the plant shown in the photograph?

Yes, this is a one-of-a-kind specimen and the photo shows the very plant that will be sent. As it is a living plant, the foliage may look different over time due to natural growth, pruning, pinching or normal seasonal changes, while trunk, nebari and styling remain as shown.

How much space is needed to display it?

The round pot measures 42 cm in diameter, so a stable surface of at least 50 cm per side is needed. Considering the 64 cm of the plant, the total height exceeds 74 cm. It weighs 14 kg: better to move it with two people.

Is a document provided certifying the stated age?

The plant comes with its specimen certificate, listing species, measurements and features, including the estimated age of 27-28 years and the nebari of about 15 cm. It is the document that accompanies all our one-of-a-kind specimens.

What is included

• Chinese elm bonsai (Ulmus parvifolia) in a round unglazed stoneware pot 42 cm diam. x 10.5 cm h., the exact specimen in the photo
• Plant certificate (identity card of the specimen with species, measurements and features)
• Reinforced packaging designed to protect the plant during shipping