Overview:
Categories: Deciduous, Windbreak
Image courtesy of Tom DeGomez, University of Arizona, Bugwood.org
Deciduous, medium sized, drought tolerant tree; grows well on most soils; to 8,000′ elev.
Used extensively on the Great Plains, it is known for it’s rapid growth in almost any environmental condition and it’s hardiness to drought and cold.
Although it does well in Double El district area, it is prone to fall die-back from early frosts.
Can be used in the central or leeward rows of multi-row windbreaks.
Use caution with herbicides when working around these trees.
Features:
Scientfic Name: Ulmus pumilaNative: No
Growth Habit: Moderate
Growth Rate: Rapid
Max. Height (ft): 40
Max Width/Spread (ft): 40
Life Span: Moderate
Cold Hardiness: Excellent
Drought Resistance: Excellent
Elevation Range: 8000
Soil Conditions:
Wildlife Value: Good
Wildlife Notes: Song and game birds (seeds and buds)
Seasonal Color: Not Conspicuous
Possible Insect Issues: Elm Leaf Beetle
Possible Disease Issues: Bacterial wetwood
Miscellany: Hardiest of all elms - can be weedy
Ordering Information:
Our 2025 Tree Program is Open.
- Seedling Tree Sales are Open for order from January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025, with an estimated arrival date of May 9, 2025.
- Large Tree Sales are Open for order from January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025, with an estimated arrival date of April 18, 2025.
*Trees purchased through our programs cannot be resold, are intended for conservation efforts, and not for ornamental-only landscaping projects. We do not ship orders at this time. Other conditions may apply, dependent upon the program products you choose to purchase. For full details, visit our Tree Program, Shipping, Payment & Returns and Terms & Conditions pages for more information.
