Elm, European White

Ulmus laevis

Size (HxW): 40-50’ x 25’

Growth Habit: Broad, oval

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 3a

NEW! Tested by Sheldon for the past 8 years

Dark green foliage turns burnt orange – brick red in fall

Brick red fall appears every year on parent plant but has not been observed to date on the seedlings.

Uniform, compact structure loosens with maturity

Highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease; great replacement for American Elms & Lindens

A great shade tree for in the yard

Round, flat seeds drop in June

Fast Growth Rate: 2-3’/year

Root space: plant at least 30-40’ from foundations

Life expectancy: 80-120 years

• Prune in early spring or late fall • Drought tolerant once established; does not like soggy soil • Soil and moisture tolerant

Description

Size (HxW): 40-50’ x 25’

Growth Habit: Broad, oval

Planting Location: Sheltered

Zone 3a

NEW! Tested by Sheldon for the past 8 years
Dark green foliage turns burnt orange – brick red in fall
Brick red fall appears every year on parent plant but has not been observed to date on the seedlings.
Uniform, compact structure loosens with maturity
Highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease; great replacement for American Elms & Lindens
A great shade tree for in the yard
Round, flat seeds drop in June
Fast Growth Rate: 2-3’/year
Root space: plant at least 30-40’ from foundations
Life expectancy: 80-120 years