{"product_id":"cork-bark-chinese-elm-ulmus-parvifolia-bonsai","title":"Cork Bark Chinese Elm Bonsai – Mature Ulmus Parvifolia","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Bark Chinese Elm Bonsai – Ulmus Parvifolia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA distinctive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Bark Chinese Elm bonsai tree (Ulmus parvifolia)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e featuring the rugged, deeply textured bark and fine foliage that make this variety particularly attractive for bonsai cultivation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike a standard Chinese Elm, the cork bark form develops increasingly fissured and textured bark as it matures. Combined with small leaves and fine branching, this creates the appearance of a much older tree in miniature and provides excellent visual character throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout This Cork Bark Chinese Elm Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis individual specimen is planted in a quality \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Yixing bonsai pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing a traditional presentation that complements the rugged trunk and established structure of the tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe bonsai was \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003erepotted in early spring 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is established for continued development and refinement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ulmus parvifolia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chinese Elm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cork Bark Chinese Elm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePot:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Chinese Yixing bonsai pot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRepotted:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Early spring 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Deeply textured bark, small foliage and fine ramification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePosition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Outdoors \/ appropriate protected conditions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExperience Level:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for beginners and experienced bonsai growers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRugged Cork Bark \u0026amp; Mature Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe defining feature of this \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Bark Chinese Elm bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is its distinctive trunk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs the tree matures, the bark develops deep fissures and a rugged, cork-like texture. This gives the trunk an aged appearance that contrasts beautifully with the relatively small and delicate foliage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnlike features that are only visible during a particular season, the textured bark provides permanent character and becomes an increasingly important part of the tree as it develops.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSmall Leaves \u0026amp; Fine Branching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Elm is one of the most widely used species for bonsai because it combines relatively small foliage with vigorous growth and an excellent response to pruning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular development can encourage increasingly fine branching and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eramification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, helping create a dense and convincing miniature canopy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of fine branches, compact foliage and rugged cork bark makes this variety particularly effective at creating the impression of a mature tree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCork Bark Chinese Elm Bonsai Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Elm is generally considered a resilient and adaptable bonsai species, making it suitable for newer growers while still offering plenty of development potential for experienced enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDuring the growing season, provide plenty of natural light and good airflow. For UK cultivation, an outdoor position is generally preferable, with suitable winter protection provided according to the tree's established growing conditions and local temperatures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater thoroughly when required and avoid allowing the root ball to dry out completely during active growth. The growing medium should also remain free draining rather than permanently waterlogged.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRegular pruning can be used to maintain the established shape and encourage increasingly fine branch development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Characterful Ulmus Parvifolia Bonsai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anyone considering a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChinese Elm bonsai tree\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the cork bark variety offers an additional level of character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts deeply textured trunk, small foliage and potential for fine ramification create an excellent combination of rugged age and refined growth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePresented in a quality Chinese Yixing bonsai pot and repotted in early spring 2025, this individual specimen offers established character alongside excellent potential for continued development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe photographs show the actual Cork Bark Chinese Elm bonsai tree for sale, so you will receive this individual specimen rather than a stock example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Way of Life Bonsai","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52824157651211,"sku":"WOL 24","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/7618\/8683\/files\/IMG_8401.jpg?v=1768479375","url":"https:\/\/wayoflifebonsai.co.uk\/products\/cork-bark-chinese-elm-ulmus-parvifolia-bonsai","provider":"Way of Life Bonsai","version":"1.0","type":"link"}