Frontier Elm
Frontier Elm
MEDIUM CANOPY TREE; BRED TO BE DISEASE RESISTANT URBAN HARDY TREE; GREAT FALL COLOR.
Species: Ulmus minor × parvifolia
Categories: Medium Canopy, Hybrid, Deciduous, Disease Resistant
Plant Size, Type & Delivery Height: 1.75” diameter trunk ; Greater than 10 Feet Tall, Container
Mature Height: 40 feet
Growth Rate: Medium; 12-24”/year
Sunlight: Full Sun
Drought & Heat Tolerant: Yes
Description: This medium sized pyramidal shaped hybrid elm tree is a relatively new variety of elm that is a hybrid cross between European Elm (minor) and Chinese Elm (parvifolia). It is a tree that is designed to be a solid choice for an urban tree. Not too big, not too small , just the right size and that is hardy in both disease resistance and drought tolerance. One more thing, FALL COLOR! This tree achieves a beautiful deep shade of red.
Growing Considerations: This tree is hybridized to be urban hardy. It is a good fit for most any yard.. It is drought tolerant, disease resistant, and it is not susceptible to many pests.
Mono-Culture Risk: None; Not Frequently Planted
Invasive Risk: Low to Moderate