Elm, Discovery

Ulmus davidiana ‘Discovery’

Size (HxW): 25-30’ x 25-30’

Growth Habit: Upright, broad

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2a

One of the most cold hardy trees

Highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease; good small replacement for America Elms & Lindens

Dark green foliage turns yellow in fall

Great for privacy rows, shade trees & shelterbelts

Japanese Elm variety

Light producer of small, disc shaped seeds that drop in June; can be almost seedless most seasons

Drought tolerant once established

Soil, Cold, and Wind tolerant

Fast Growth Rate: 15-18”/year

Individual Spacing: 20-25’

Shelterbelt spacing: 8-12’ apart

Shelterbelt compatibility: Manitoba Maple, Hackberry, Green Ash, Ming Cherry

Root space: plant a minimum of 20-25’ from buildings

No currently observed disease/pest concerns

• Prune in early spring or late fall • Drought tolerant once established; does not tolerate soggy soil • Tolerates heavy clay & sandy soils

Description

Size (HxW): 25-30’ x 25-30’

Growth Habit: Upright, broad

Planting Location: Exposed

Zone 2a

One of the most cold hardy trees
Highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease; good small replacement for America Elms & Lindens
Dark green foliage turns yellow in fall
Great for privacy rows, shade trees & shelterbelts
Japanese Elm variety
Light producer of small, disc shaped seeds that drop in June; can be almost seedless most seasons
Drought tolerant once established
Soil, Cold, and Wind tolerant
Fast Growth Rate: 15-18”/year
Individual Spacing: 20-25’
Shelterbelt spacing: 8-12’ apart
Shelterbelt compatibility: Manitoba Maple, Hackberry, Green Ash, Ming Cherry
Root space: plant a minimum of 20-25’ from buildings
No currently observed disease/pest concerns