Credit
Sharon A. Yiesla
Scientific Name
Ulmus americana
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
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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53335
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53336
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53337
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53338
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
593