American Elm

Scientific Name
Ulmus americana
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Autumn foliage is yellow.

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soils. This tree can tolerate wet sites and a range of soil pH.

Notes

The actual species is seldom used due to susceptibility to Dutch Elm Disease. See the cultivar section for other choices.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
80.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

The species is distinctly vase shaped. Some of the hybrids replacing the species are vase shaped and others are not.

Native Regions, Text

United States (Illinois)

Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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Leaves of American Elm
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53335
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American Elm in Spring
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53336
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American Elm in Spring
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53337
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American Elm in summer
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53338
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
Uses
PlantID
593