Identification: Bonsai identification help, please!

Discussion in 'Indoor and Greenhouse Plants' started by daneaton, Aug 14, 2007.

  1. daneaton

    daneaton Member

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    Hello,
    I recently bought a bonsai at Home Depot, but it was unlabeled. I would very much appreciate some help identifying it (my web search hasn't turned up anything conclusive). I've attached a picture -- the "care" tag was from another nearby bonsai (different kind).

    Thanks!
    Dan
     

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  2. TonyR

    TonyR Active Member

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    Looks like Ulmus parvifolia.
     
  3. everlasting

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    Your plant needs pruning and tlc. You have to do something to it to have some semblance of a bonsai. I guess there are so many bonsai sites where you can get some help in pruning, shaping and potting. First, do something to make it healthy.
     
  4. pierrot

    pierrot Active Member 10 Years

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    it is Ulmus parviflora 'Hokkaido'

    the small leaf Chinese elm
     
  5. daneaton

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    Hi Everlasting,
    Can you recommend a good source for the proper care of the Chinese Elm? Do you know what needs to be done immediately -- the leaves are falling off?
    Dan
     

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