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Ulmus parvifolia

Evergreen Elm

Plant photo of: Ulmus parvifolia
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Steve Jacobs

 

Description

Semievergreen tree will grow about 35' x 35' with an umbrellalike canopy. It has leathery, dark green leaves and nonshowy green flowers in the spring. Will drop its leaves breifly in the winter. Accepts lawn conditions. Attractive bark. Native to China.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Mediterranean, Ranch, Tropical, Woodland

Accenting Features

Silhouette, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Street Tree

Special Uses

Screen, Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost, or aged sawdust.

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.