Botanical Name: Ulmus parvifolia
Common Name: Chinese elm, Evergreen elm Type of Plant: dicot: tree Character evergreen (mostly) Habit of Growth: Overall Shape variable in form; is mostly single-trunked, with long, arching and spreading branches forming a broadly rounded canopy; outer branches droop, with weeping branchlets; mature trees have smooth gray bark Height 30-60' Spread equal or more Growth Rate very rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full or partial sun Soil tolerates most, including alkaline soils Hardiness hardy (zones 8, 9, 14-24); loses leaves in severe cold areas Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, ovate-elliptic, 3/4"-2-1/2" long, nearly equal at base, serrate-crenate; blades are firm, glossy green Flowers inconspicuous, in axillary racemes; summer months Fruit a nutlet; small, roundish, surrounded by membranous wing Propagation: seed Usage: a very fast-growing tree, large street tree, lawns; can become a beautiful accent tree for its form with careful pruning; shallow roots Landscape Care: Watering regular is preferred - tolerates drought Fertilizing little required; excessive nitrogen weakens branches Pruning head high when young, thin out every 1-2 years Pests/Diseases relatively free Special Conditions/Other Origin: China Family: Ulmaceae Notes: |
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