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Cedar Elm

Cedar Elm

Ulmus crassifolia

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate waterZone 6aZone 10b

Cedar Elm is a native Texas tree with small, elegant leaves and a spreading crown that provides excellent shade. It is drought-tolerant once established and valued for its graceful form and ability to thrive in challenging conditions.

Overview

Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
40–90′ tall × 40–60′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous

Tolerances & Soil

moderate
Zone 6aZone 10b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 6a to Zone 10b

pH Range

58.1
7.0
3.556.589
pH range: 5 to 8.1

Soil Texture

Coarse, Medium, Fine

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringFall

Succession Role

early successionalmid successional

Native to the United States

Native Range

South-central United States (Texas, Oklahoma)

Native to: Oklahoma, Texas

Function & Care

wildlife benefitwindbreakerosion controlhedgerow
Coppicing

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting