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English Elm

English Elm

Ulmus procera

tree☀️ full sun💧💧 moderate water Hardy: Zone 5aZone 8b

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A large deciduous shade tree native to Europe with a tall, upright form, small clustered flowers in early spring, and attractive arching branching. Historically popular as a street and landscape tree, though susceptible to Dutch elm disease.

Overview

Form
columnar to spreading
Growth Rate
fast
Size
80–120′ tall × 40–80′ wide
Dormancy
deciduous
Family
Ulmaceae

Native Range

Europe

Seasonality

Bloom Season

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

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Companion Planting

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