Ulmus szechuanica
A rare tree, deciduous, to about 18m in height, with glossy dark green elliptic leaves to 10cm long, the young leaves emerge red in spring and turn yellow in autumn. Small reddish flowers in late winter or early spring are followed by brownish-green winged fruits
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
10–20 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Red | Red Green | Brown Green | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Yellow | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Ulmaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer. Chip budding and grafting may also be used. Propagate by seed, see trees and shrubs from seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Architectural
- Cottage and informal garden
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids, bark beetles, horse chestnut scale and elm gall mites
Diseases
Shows some resistance to Dutch elm disease. May be susceptible to coral spot, honey fungus and phytophthora
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