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Ulmus parvifolia - Chinese Elm, Lacebark Elm
Family Ulmaceae
Botanical Name Ulmus parvifolia
Common Name Chinese Elm, Lacebark Elm
Size Between 40 - 50' tall with a similar spread.
Hardiness Zone (4)5 - 9
Culture Prefers moist, well-drained, fertile soil; pH and pollution adaptable.
Ornamental Value Exfoliating bark, rounded habit.
Landscape Use As a specimen, shade tree, or street tree.
Key Identifying Characteristics Leaves are alternate, simple, ovate, serrate, 3/4" - 2 1/2" long; fruits are ovate samaras in late summer and fall.
Notable Cultivars 'Allee', 'Athena'
Campus Location Ag: Morgan Hall, Horse Corral
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