Ulmus parvifolia |
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Chinese Elm, Chinese Evergreen Elm |
Chinese Elm quickly reaches 50' tall and 60' wide with an upright habit and spreading pendulous branches with age. Chinese Elm has small, dark green leaves. Foliage turns yellow or orange in fall. Small, greenish yellow flower appear in summer but are considered insignificant. Small light brown fruit appear in fall but are not noticeable. Bark is brown gray but with maturity, exfoliates to reveal orange patterns.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
40-60'
Flower Color
Green, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
Brown, Grey
Fruit Color
Brown
Fruit Season
Fall
Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.
Ask at your local nursery for the types of plants that have minimal watering needs.