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American Elm

Ulmus Americana

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Overview

The American Elm (Ulmus americana), cherished for its stately vase-like form, boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet, reaching heights of 60 to 80 feet. Its deciduous leaves, 3-6 inches long, turn a vibrant yellow in fall. This Elm thrives in USDA zones 3-9, prefers moist, well-drained soils, and full to partial sun. Known for its historical presence in urban landscapes, it is, however, susceptible to Dutch elm disease.

Sun FullWater LowZones 2–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — is a stately and historic deciduous tree widely recognized for its graceful vase-like silhouette and extensive, image 56

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
2–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Ulmaceae
Climate
Temperate

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American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — Ideally suited for large landscapes; measuring 3 to 6 inches in length, image 57
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — For sustainable landscaping; it's important to note that Ulmus americana is susceptible to Dutch elm disease
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — This Elm thrives in USDA zones 3-9, prefers moist, well-drained soils, and full to partial sun
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — the leaves are oval with serrated edges and a pointed tip; cherished for its stately vase-like form
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — tree for full
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — boasts a majestic spread of up to 70 feet; a fungal affliction spread by bark beetles
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — reaching heights of 60 to 80 feet
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — This Elm thrives in USDA zones 3-9, prefers moist, well-drained soils, and full to partial sun; from wet to dry, image 54
American Elm (Ulmus Americana) — cherished for its stately vase-like form; the leaves are oval with serrated edges and a pointed tip
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