Ulmus parvifolia
Chinese Elm, Lacebark Elm
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
12 - 23m
Width:
11 - 15m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)
Drought Tolerance:
Very High
Flooding Tolerance:
Moderate
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Moderate
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
No
Insects and Diseases
This tree species has good resistance to Dutch Elm Disease. Cultivars have been developed that are highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease and other Elm pests and diseases.
Management Notes
None of significance