Jefferson Elm
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Quick Overview
Jefferson Elm is known for its Dutch Elm Disease tolerance and upright-arching vase shape form. Remarkably, the original tree is thriving today on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
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Quick Overview
Why it rocks:
Jefferson Elm is known for its Dutch Elm Disease tolerance and upright-arching vase shape form. Remarkably, the original tree is thriving today on the National Mall in Washington, D.C.
Where to put it:
Jefferson Elm will grow to be a large stately tree. It will do well acting as a shade tree, in the open landscape as an accent or on the parkway. This tree should be planted at least 20 Ft away from buildings.
What it needs:
Jefferson Elm prefers at least 6-8 hours of full sun. Be sure to follow our watering guidelines for the first few growing seasons until the root system is well-established.
Specs
| Botanical Name | Ulmus americana 'Jefferson' |
|---|---|
| Hardiness Zone | 4 |
| Tree Type | Shade |
| Size Range | Large Tree (more than 40 feet) |
| Mature Height | 70' |
| Mature Spread | 50' |
| Shape | Upright Spreading/Arching, Upright Vase |
| Foliage Color | Dark Green |
| Fall Color | Yellow/Gold |
| Flower Color | N/A |
| Decorative Fruit | None |
| Landscape Uses | Shade |
| Growth Rate | Rapid |
| Plant Tolerance | Very Adaptable |
| Standout Feature | Dutch Elm Disease Tolerant, Upright & Arching Vase Shape |
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