ELM - CHINESE (Ulmus parviflora)

Small, round tree with a variety of bark types ranging from smooth, grey to cork bark, both bearing small, dark green, glossy leaves with serrated edges. Claimed to be the most popular/best for Bonsai. May be grown indoors, when they will not drop leaves in winter, or outdoors, when they will drop leaves.

STYLE: Suitable for all styles but delicate twigs and stout, long, flexible roots make it especially suited to broom and root-over-rock styles.

WARNING: systemic insecticides cause defoliation in Chinese elms. Fleshy roots need some protection from frost.