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Slippery Elm

Price range: $3.90 through $4.75

Slippery Elm is a native hardwood to the northern forest and makes excellent firewood.

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Description

Slippery Elm is relatively hard to find in the Northern Michigan forest these days. When I moved here in the late 70’s they were common in the woods but were mostly all dead. They would dry standing and only need cutting and splitting to burn. The heartwood is almost chocolate brown and nearly impossible to split without a mechanical splitter. Tree fluent is a good source to identify slippery elm. We do have other Elms.

Scientific Name: Ulmus rubra

Zone: 3-8
Mature Height: 30-70 ft
Mature Width: 30-40 ft
Fruit: seeds
Flowers: small inconspicuous flowers and seed.
Bloom Time: April and May
Growth Rate: 12” – 24”
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Sun or part-shade
Fall Color: Yellow,

Wildlife Value: Food resource for mammals and many types of birds. Also provides great cover.

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