The National Bonsai Collection

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Collection - No 19

Ulmus parviflora - Chinese Elm

Native to Eastern Asia this tree is now among the most widely spread species of tree, suited to almost all temperate climates, quick growing and easily propagated. It is very popular with almost all forms of gardeners as hedging, bonsai, specimen, landscape and patio trees. Its small leaves and bright green tones enhance many garden features.

General Care

Full sun, they can be hungry plants in early season so need to be fed well for the first month of growth then little and often.

Trim new foliage throughout the season to maintain shape. Propagation is as easy as any tree taking cuttings or air layers. Root cuttings are also very simple

Protect the roots when potted as they are susceptible to frost damage. Chinese Elms are very resistant to most diseases,al though scale insects do like them, so best to treat accordingly.

Further information

en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulmus_parvifolia

Tree History

This tree is approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) tall.

It is planted in a Chinese pot.

The tree was kindly donated by Reg Bolton in 2005, for display in the bonsai area of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. He purchased it from a Dutch dealer via Daichi nursery.

	Page 1 of 1 Collection - No 19 Ulmus parviflora - Chinese Elm Native to Eastern Asia this tree is now among the most widely spread species of tree, suited to almost all temperate climates, quick growing and easily propagated. It is very popular with almost all forms of gardeners as hedging, bonsai, specimen, landscape and patio trees. Its small leaves and bright green tones enhance many garden features. General Care Full sun, they can be hungry plants in early season so need to be fed well for the first month of growth then little and often. Trim new foliage throughout the season to maintain shape. Propagation is as easy as any tree taking cuttings or air layers. Root cuttings are also very simple Protect the roots when potted as they are susceptible to frost damage. Chinese Elms are very resistant to most diseases,al though scale insects do like them, so best to treat accordingly. Further information en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ulmus_parvifolia Tree History This tree is approximately 5 feet (1.5 m) tall. It is planted in a Chinese pot. The tree was kindly donated by Reg Bolton in 2005, for display in the bonsai area of the Birmingham Botanical Gardens. He purchased it from a Dutch dealer via Daichi nursery.	Return to Gallery Next Tree March 2020 July 2020