Elm

Ulmus

A large, fast-growing shade tree with a vase-shaped or rounded canopy and serrated leaves. Inconspicuous early flowers; grown for shade and form.

Sun
full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
moderate
Mature size
40-70 ft × 30-60 ft
Bloom
Inconspicuous — grown for shade.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 3–9

Care guide

Quick ID

Large fast-growing shade tree (*Ulmus*). Serrated leaves, vase-shaped or rounded canopy.

Sun & Site

Full sun; very adaptable to soil and conditions.

Pruning & Shaping

Prune in late winter (dormant) to limit disease spread. Remove dead/crossing wood; establish structure while young.

In my garden

north of driveway1 plant
SunFull sun
Soilsandy loam, fast percolation
Water sourceCulinary
Hardiness hereZone 7
1
Plants
Sep 2024
Planted · ~2 yrs
What I've done here
  • 2026-04-16Mulched
  • 2026-04-09Pre-emergent applied