American elm
Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'
Overview
The American elm (Ulmus americana ‘Valley Forge’) is a majestic and graceful tree that grows to a height of 50-80 feet. Its oval-shaped canopy is thick and spreads wide, making it an excellent shade tree. It produces small, fragrant flowers in the summer and is a favorite of wildlife. Its bright green, serrated leaves turn yellow-orange in the fall before fluttering to the ground. It’s beloved for its high tolerance of heat, cold, drought, and air pollution and is a popular choice for urban areas. This tree is especially famous for its place in the American Revolution, when soldiers camped beneath its branches during Valley Forge.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "7-10" days.
Light
Full sun.
Soil
Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky
Temperature
Hardiness zone 2-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in February, March, April, May, March, April, May, June, July, August, September.
Propagation
Air Layering Propagation, Grafting Propagation, Cutting, Seed Propagation
Diseases & Pests
Common pests: Aphids, adelgids, Beetles, weevils, Leaf miner insect, Wilt.
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