Ulmus americana
American Elm
General
American Elm is found in forests, on stream edges and on roadsides, and creates a wine-glass-like silouette. Adaptable to almost any climate and soil type, wet or dry, full sun or part shade. it was once widespread across America. Unfortunately, dutch elm disease has almost eliminated the species. American Elm is the state tree of Massachusetts.
Plant Description
American Elm is a large tree with grey-red bark, that can grow 60-80 ft in height. Leaves are elliptical and pointed, doubly serrated, with prominent veins and asymmetrical bases, which turn a golden color in the fall.
Height (ft)
60-80
Spread (ft)
50-70
Soil moisture
High, Moist
Soil types
Fine to Coarse
Wetland indicator
FAC
Shade tolerance
Intermediate
Bloom color
Green (Inconspicuous)
Bloom period
Spring
Fall conspicuous
Yes
Anaerobic tolerance
Low
Drought tolerance
Medium
Salinity tolerance
Low
Self-Pollinating?
No
Distribution
Native and common in every state east of the Rocky Mountains. Common in all New England states.