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| Ulmus americana - American Elm |
| Family |
Ulmaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Ulmus americana |
| Common Name |
American Elm |
| Size |
Between 60 - 80' tall by 30 - 60' spread. |
| Hardiness |
Zone 3 - 9 |
| Culture |
Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil; pH and salt
tolerant. |
| Ornamental Value |
Vase-shaped habit, yellow fall color.
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| Landscape Use |
As a specimen, shade tree, or street tree. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Leaves are alternate, simple, ovate, doubly serrate, 3-6" long; fruits are ovate samaras in late spring. |
| Notable Cultivars |
'New Harmony', 'Valley Forge' |
| Campus Location |
Ag: , Main: |
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