Dwarf Jade & S-Curve Chinese Elm Pre-Bonsai Pair – Exact Trees Shown - Kit #6

Dwarf Jade & S-Curve Chinese Elm Pre-Bonsai Pair – Exact Trees Shown

This pair gives you two very different trees to work with, and both already have real trunks and established branching.

The Dwarf Jade is the larger tree in this set. It has a thick, upright trunk, multiple primary branches, and a lot of healthy growth throughout the canopy. The Chinese Elm has a more compact shape with a strong S-curve through the trunk and a dense crown that is ready to be thinned, shaped, and refined.

These are two of the most popular bonsai species we sell, offered together in pre-bonsai form. Only six individually photographed kits are available. This pair was photographed on August 7, 2026, and what you see is exactly what you will receive.

The Dwarf Jade

This Dwarf Jade was started from a cutting approximately five years ago. It has a thick trunk, several established branches, and plenty of growth to work with. It is still in a 6" grow pot, so you can continue developing it before deciding on the final design and bonsai pot.

Dwarf Jade is our number-one-selling bonsai species. It is forgiving, responds extremely well to pruning, and grows quickly when it is warm and actively growing. It is a great species for someone learning bonsai, but there is enough structure here to keep a more experienced hobbyist interested too.

The Chinese Elm

This imported Chinese Elm has a pronounced S-shaped trunk with a dense canopy positioned above it. The trunk already gives the tree a clear direction. From here, the fun is deciding how much of the existing growth to keep and where to begin opening the canopy so the branch structure becomes more visible.

The Elm is currently being grown as a tropical tree. You can continue maintaining it that way. If you live in a northern state, you may eventually decide to transition it to a cold-hardy seasonal cycle, but that should be done gradually and at the appropriate time of year.

Pair Details

• Dwarf Jade Height: Approximately 14" from soil to apex
• Chinese Elm Height: Approximately 10" from soil to apex
• Containers: Both trees are planted in 6" nursery grow pots
• Dwarf Jade Origin: Started from a cutting approximately five years ago
• Chinese Elm Origin: Imported
• Photographed: August 7, 2026
• Ships From: Massachusetts
• Availability: Only six individually photographed kits

Why This Pair Works

The Jade gives you a heavier trunk, succulent foliage, and fast regrowth after pruning. The Elm gives you finer branching, smaller leaves, and a more traditional deciduous bonsai shape.

One tree is upright and substantial. The other is compact with pronounced trunk movement. Together, they give you two very different bonsai projects without starting with seedlings or young starter plants.

Shipping Expectations

Chinese Elms commonly shed foliage during shipping and while adjusting to a new environment. Some trees may lose only a few leaves, while others may drop a significant amount. This is normal for the species and does not automatically mean the tree is unhealthy.

Once the Elm settles into appropriate light and growing conditions, it should begin producing fresh foliage. The Dwarf Jade generally handles shipping well, although minor foliage changes are always possible.

What you see is what you will receive.

Please Note

All trees are sold as-is. All sales are final - no refunds, returns, or exchanges. Once the tree leaves our nursery, care is your responsibility. Have questions? Just reach out - we're happy to help.