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Ulmus americana
American Elm
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Smooth, oval leaves
- Vase-like shape
- Yellow-rust colored fall leaves
- Large shade tree
Drought Tolerant
Great Foliage
Native
Full Sun
Partial Sun
Spring
Attracts Butterflies
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers average to rich, medium moisture, well-drained, loamy soil and full to partial sun. Tolerates light shade and most urban conditions. Adapts to both wet and dry sites. Pruning can be done from late fall to early spring. Plants can be lightly fertilized especially when young with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring. Mulching is beneficial.
Height: 60-80 ft
Spread: 40-70 ft
Price Level 1: $74.99 ~#3
Bloom Color:
Zone: 2-9
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Native
- Great Foliage
- Drought Tolerant
- Specimen
- Fall Color
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Ulmus
Common Name: American Elm
Medium to large, deciduous tree with rough-textured, ovate-elliptic, green leaves and toothed margins. Yellow fall color. Insignificant, small green flowers bloom in spring. Flowers are followed by papery, winged seeds. Great as a lawn, shade, or street tree.