This Zelkova forest bonsai presents a graceful, upright woodland of finely developed deciduous elm trees rising from a soft, moss-covered forest floor. Zelkova, a prized member of the Elm family (Ulmaceae), is beloved for its delicate branching, fast recovery, and exceptional response to pruning and root work.
In spring and summer, this forest fills with fresh green foliage, creating the feeling of a living grove. In autumn, the leaves shift into warm yellow and amber tones. In winter, the leaves fall away to reveal the fine branching and natural taper of each trunk, turning the composition into an elegant sculptural display.
The closely spaced trunks create a strong sense of depth and vertical rhythm, giving the impression of standing inside a young deciduous woodland. The mossed surface grounds the trees visually and enhances the illusion of a true miniature landscape.
This forest offers a rare balance of beauty and opportunity. It is already well established and visually compelling, yet Zelkova’s natural vigor and back-budding ability make it an ideal canvas for continued refinement. With careful pruning and seasonal care, this grove will become more intricate and expressive with each passing year.
This piece is part of the Bonsaify auction collection, representing a carefully selected bonsai chosen for its artistic quality, health, and long-term potential. At a $1,700 retail value, it offers collectors and enthusiasts an exceptional opportunity to acquire a mature, display-ready forest that will continue to evolve for decades.
How bidding works
- Starts at 10% of retail value
- Bids increase by $100
- Highest bid wins when the timer ends
Popcorn bidding
If a bid is placed with 5 minutes or less remaining, the timer resets to 5 minutes. This prevents last-second sniping and keeps bidding fair.
Automatic (proxy) bids
Enter your maximum bid and the system will automatically bid for you up to that amount.
When the auction ends
When the timer reaches zero with no new bids, the highest bidder wins and receives checkout instructions.
Shipping
Local PU encouraged in San Francisco, CA. Shipping within the contiguous continental US available. The checkout software will charge you a minimal shipping fee, Bonsaify will box and ship the tree via common carrier (UPS, USPS, FedEx) at your request. Shipping estimate west coast: $100, east coast: $200. We will contact the winner to make final arrangements.
No reserve. No buy-now.
