American Elm

Ulmus Americana

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Overview

The American Elm (Ulmus americana), cherished for its stately vase-like form, boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet, reaching heights of 60 to 80 feet. Its deciduous leaves, 3-6 inches long, turn a vibrant yellow in fall. This Elm thrives in USDA zones 3-9, prefers moist, well-drained soils, and full to partial sun. Known for its historical presence in urban landscapes, it is, however, susceptible to Dutch elm disease.

Sun FullWater LowZones 2–9Climate Temperate

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — The American Elm (Ulmus americana)

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — The American Elm (Ulmus americana)

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — cherished for its stately vase-like form

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — reaching heights of 60 to 80 feet

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Its deciduous leaves, 3-6 inches long, turn a vibrant yellow in fall

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — This Elm thrives in USDA zones 3-9, prefers moist, well-drained soils, and full to partial sun

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 2–9

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Ulmaceae
Climate: Temperate

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American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet; a fungal affliction spread by bark beetles

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — The American Elm (Ulmus americana)

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — cherished for its stately vase-like form

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — reaching heights of 60 to 80 feet

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Its deciduous leaves, 3-6 inches long, turn a vibrant yellow in fall

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — This Elm thrives in USDA zones 3-9, prefers moist, well-drained soils, and full to partial sun

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Known for its historical presence in urban landscapes, it is, however, susceptible to Dutch elm disease

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — is a stately and historic deciduous tree widely recognized for its graceful vase-like silhouette and extensive

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Ideally suited for large landscapes

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — it typically reaches heights of 60 to 80 feet with an impressive spread of 40 to 70 feet at maturity

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — the leaves are oval with serrated edges and a pointed tip

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — measuring 3 to 6 inches in length

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Its dark green leaves transition to vibrant yellows in the fall

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — adding seasonal interest to your client's garden

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — from wet to dry and acidic to alkaline

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — rendering them highly versatile.<br><br>However

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — it's important to note that Ulmus americana is susceptible to Dutch elm disease

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — a fungal affliction spread by bark beetles

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Prevention and early detection through regular pruning and monitoring can mitigate risk

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — For sustainable landscaping

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — cultivars with increased disease resistance are available.<br><br>When designing

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — green and yellow flowers in the garden

American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — tree with green and yellow blooms

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