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Posted 04/16/2023 in Tree

Ulmus americana

Majestic, vase-shaped form accentuated by long, drooping branches, American elm is one of the most beautiful trees and was once a ubiquitous and monumental street tree in most towns.

Post Details

Latin Name
Ulmus americana
Common Name
American elm
Planting Zone
Zone 2 Zone 3 Zone 4 Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8 Zone 9
Leaf Type
Deciduous
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
60-80 ft
Spread
40-70 ft
Potential Pests
Dutch elm disease, phloem necrosis, wet wood, borers, leaf miners, beetles, mealy bugs, caterpillars

Plant Story

Majestic, vase-shaped form accentuated by long, drooping branches, American elm is one of the most beautiful trees and was once a ubiquitous and monumental street tree in most towns.

Special Care Instructions

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