NATIVE – Medium to large deciduous tree with a vase-shaped, broad-rounded crown. Small green flowers appear before foliage emerges in spring. Attracts birds, butterflies and other wildlife. Provides larval host to moths and butterflies. Susceptible to Dutch Elm disease. Used as shade or street tree. Botanical Name- Ulmus americana Pronunciation- ULL-mus uh-mair-ih-KAY-nuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 4 ft Mature Height- 80 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Moist, average to enriched, well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Inconspicuous Bloom Time- Inconspicuous Companion Plants- Newport Doublefile Viburnum – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Wind-pollinated, host for Mourning Cloak caterpillars, shelter for birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Easy
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C40 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune for structure in late winter; water deeply when young and watch for pests. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and remove weak or damaged branches. Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay around the trunk and water deeply. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Dutch elm disease, elm leaf beetle
