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Cedar Elm

Ulmus Crassifolia

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Overview

The Cedar Elm, Ulmus crassifolia, is a drought-tolerant native with a rounded canopy reaching up to 70 feet in height and spreading 40-60 feet wide. Its dark green leaves, up to 2 inches long, turn yellowish in fall. This adaptable tree is suitable for urban settings, as it's resistant to Dutch elm disease and thrives in a variety of soils, from acidic to alkaline, in full sun to partial shade.

Sun FullWater LowZones 2–9Type TreeClimate Temperate
Cedar Elm (Ulmus Crassifolia) — tree with green and yellow blooms

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
2–9

Shape & size

Mature height
50–70 Ft.
Mature width
40–60 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Ulmaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Ulmus Crassifolia

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