Elm
Elm is an ornamental in the Ulmaceae family. It grows best in full sun with medium moisture, and is listed for USDA zones 3-9.
Varieties
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PROPAGATION CATEGORY: Shade tree (seed/grafted) (not in original seed catalog). Use: Classic vase-shaped shade tree. Note: Choose Dutch elm disease-resistant cultivars.
Elm (Ulmus) is a fast classic shade tree with an arching vase shape; because of Dutch elm disease, modern resistant cultivars and hybrids are the recommended choice.
Growing notes: Botanical name: Ulmus spp.|Hardiness zones: 3-9|Propagation: seed or grafting|Light: Full sun|Water: Medium|Mature size: 40-70 feet
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Care & troubleshooting
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