Ulmus lamellosa
Hebei elm
Deciduous tree with a rounded crown, to 12m tall, with pale grey and orange flaky bark, and red-flushed dark green leaves, that turn yellow in autumn. Clusters of tiny, red, bell-shaped flowers are produced and green to brown winged fruits follow, from early to late spring as the leaves open
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Size
Ultimate height
8–12 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
4–8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Green | Green Brown | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Ulmaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Genus
Ulmus are deciduous trees, often large, with elliptic or ovate leaves often colouring well in autumn; inconspicuous flowers are followed by winged fruits
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any well drained soil in full sun or partial shade. See tree cultivation for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed, see trees and shrubs from seed. Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer. Chip budding and grafting may also be used
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, bark beetles, horse chestnut scale and elm gall mites
Diseases
May be susceptible to Dutch elm disease, coral spot, honey fungus and phytophthora
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