Description
Siberian Elm are native to mid Asia from Korea, Mongolia and Russia. Sometimes called Chinese Elm. It is kind of a small, scrubby tree. We had one at the big pink house visible in the far, left, upper first photo, and luckily the city cut it down while widening the road.
I suppose there are some uses for it but it is not one of my favorites. It tends to loose branches and gives little shade. I believe it became somewhat popular after the Dutch Elm blight came through Michigan in the late 60’s. Wait, I just thought of something good about Siberian Elm……… They do make good bonsai specimen. Our other Elm’s.
Scientific Name: Ulmus pumila
Zone: 4-8
Mature Height: 25-35 ft, up to 90 ft
Mature Width: 25-35 ft
Growth Rate: Fast
Soil: Moist, well-drained soil
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Shade
Fall Color: Yellow, brown
