Ulmus parvifolia
Chinese Elm, Chinese Evergreen Elm
Description
Chinese Elm quickly reaches 50' tall and 60' wide with an upright habit and spreading pendulous branches with age. Chinese Elm has small, dark green leaves. Foliage turns yellow or orange in fall. Small, greenish yellow flower appear in summer but are considered insignificant. Small light brown fruit appear in fall but are not noticeable. Bark is brown gray but with maturity, exfoliates to reveal orange patterns.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
Green, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Woodland
Accenting Features
Fall Color, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Park
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.