Ulmus americana 'Jefferson'

Common Name

American Elm

Scientific Name

Ulmus americana

Cultivar

'Jefferson'

Hardiness Zone

3b [-30 to -35]

Tolerances

Drought

Tolerant

Tolerant

Poor Drainage

Tolerant

Tolerant

Alkaline Soil

Tolerant

Tolerant

Salt

Moderate

Moderate

Shade

Moderate

Moderate

Air Pollution

Tolerant

Tolerant

Soil Volume

25

Planting Area

  • Small
  • Medium
  • Large

Features of Interest

  • Fall Foliage

    Fall Foliage

  • Native to Vermont

    Native to Vermont

Form

vase

Vase

Mature Height

50 feet

Crown Spread

50 feet

Limitations

  • Prone to insect/disease

Additional Information

Adaptable and tolerant. Prune in the fall. Vase shape with arching limbs. Good DED resistance.