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Patriot Elm

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$215.00

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Stiffly ascending branches of this National Arboretum introduction form a vase-shaped crown that is more narrow than typical of most elm cultivars. The boldly textured foliage of this complex hybrid of Ulmus wilsoniana, U. pumila, U. carpinifolia and U. glabra is especially dark green.

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Specs​

• Mature Height: 50'
• Mature Spread: 40'
• Growth Habit: Upright, narrow vase
• Growth Rate: Fast
• Ideal growing conditions: Full Sun, grows well in moist, well-drained soil

Key Features

• Attracts Birds

• ​Highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease, Elm Leaf Beetle, & Phloem Necrosis
• Walnut Toxicity Resistant
• Fall Color: Golden Yellow

Notes

• ​This elm is a complex hybrid that is fast-growing, vigorous, and easily established tree.
• The Patriot Elm is ideal for a large street tree or a shade tree for larger landscapes, it's very adaptable and an impressive form.
  
• This is a relatively low maintenance tree, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed.
  
• As it matures, the lower branches of this tree can be strategically removed to create a high enough canopy to support unobstructed human traffic underneath.