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Chinese Elm

Ulmus Parvifolia

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Overview

The Chinese Elm, or Ulmus parvifolia, is prized for its intricate bark and fine-textured foliage. Maturing at around 40-50 feet high with a spread of 25-40 feet, it presents a rounded canopy. Its leaves are small, under 3 inches long, and turn a delightful mix of red, purple, and yellow in fall. Hardy in zones 5-9, this drought-resistant elm is ideal for urban environments, offering year-round interest.

Sun FullWater LowZones 7–10Climate Temperate
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — The Chinese Elm, or Ulmus parvifolia, is prized for its intricate bark and fine-textured foliage
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — scientifically known as Ulmus parvifoliaChinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — The Chinese Elm, or Ulmus parvifolia, is prized for its intricate bark and fine-textured foliageChinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Maturing at around 40-50 feet high with a spread of 25-40 feet, it presents a rounded canopyChinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Hardy in zones 5-9, this drought-resistant elm is ideal for urban environments, offering year-round interestChinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Its leaves are small, under 3 inches long, and turn a delightful mix of red, purple, and yellow in fallChinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — It is highly praised for its attractive+78

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Mature height
40–55 Ft.
Mature width
40–55 Ft.

Classification

Family
Ulmaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — is an elegantly versatile specimen for any landscape design
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — scientifically known as Ulmus parvifolia
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — The Chinese Elm, or Ulmus parvifolia, is prized for its intricate bark and fine-textured foliage
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Maturing at around 40-50 feet high with a spread of 25-40 feet, it presents a rounded canopy
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Hardy in zones 5-9, this drought-resistant elm is ideal for urban environments, offering year-round interest
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Its leaves are small, under 3 inches long, and turn a delightful mix of red, purple, and yellow in fall
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — It is highly praised for its attractive
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — revealing a tapestry of gray
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — mottled bark that exfoliates with age
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — rounded canopy extending approximately 25 to 40 feet wide
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — This elm can reach a mature height between 40 to 50 feet
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — measuring about 1 to 2.5 inches long
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — and they exhibit a delightfully yellow to reddish-purple hue in the fall before shedding
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — making it rather adaptable to a variety of climates
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — it prefers full sun to partial shade and can grow in a range of soil types from acidic to alkaline
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — leathery leaves are a deep
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — <br><br>The Chinese Elm thrives in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 9
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — though consistent watering can promote healthier growth
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — Moderate drought tolerance is a hallmark of this species
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — provided the area has good drainage
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — proves beneficial for those seeking swift canopy development
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — <br><br>Its rapid growth rate
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — reaching upwards of 3 feet annually under optimal conditions
Chinese Elm (Ulmus Parvifolia) — tree with green and yellow blooms

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