Dec 4, 2022 · Here in NC, they drop, but later than just about all my other deciduous. Even today (Dec 5) I'd say only about half of my Chinese elm leaves have fallen off the trees. Compare that to my …

Jan 9, 2019 · Elms for USDA zone 5 and zone 4 - these species should be able to be wintered, outdoors, without temperature protection, pot set on ground, protected from wind & maybe sun, …

Feb 14, 2023 · Spring is the best time for most of us but Chinese elm that are protected can be repotted any time of year. 40F is well above freezing. Chinese elm survive quite well outdoors here where …

Dec 14, 2024 · There are definitely quite a few cork bark elms. Ulmus parvifolia 'cork bark' is the usual one we refer to as cork bark elm but it has been known under a range of names down here too - …

Oct 1, 2023 · also, on styling, appreciate the comments on drawing inspiration from real trees rather than other bonsai. from looking at pictures, elms tend to either have the look above or below -- …

Jan 3, 2011 · Chinese elms do not require a hard dormant period, and can be treated as a tropical with no ill effects. I keep Chinese elms outside year round here in Southern California, and though they …

Mar 14, 2020 · Chinese elms bud furiously at this time of year. Is there any way that I can encourage a bud to appear where I want it on a branch, like nicking the bark to create a small wound or …

Dec 13, 2025 · For general care and styling of the Ulmus and Zelkova genera of trees.

Jul 31, 2024 · Yea but regular Chinese elms don't have super tiny leaves like this. That's what is throwing me off. Yes they do, leaf size varies alot based on conditions. A pot bound chinese elm …

Mar 22, 2024 · Hello everyone, I'm new here and also new to bonsai. I was given a Chinese Elm as a present last August. It was doing well initially but by November it started to shed leaves. It will then …