Ulmus glabra
feathered elm
Large deciduous tree reaching about 45m tall, developing a dome-shaped crown with spreading branches. Broad, toothed, dark green leaves to 15cm long, rough above, downy beneath, turn yellow in autumn and tiny red flowers in spring are followed by clusters of green winged fruits crowding the branches
Synonyms
Ulmus montanaBuy this plant
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
20–50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Green | Green | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Ulmaceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- 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
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
- Coastal
- 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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