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    • Photo of Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii' form by Karl Gercens III

    Photo by Karl Gercens III

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    Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii'

    Also Known As

    • Camperdown Elm
    • Camperdown Scotch Elm

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 20'-25'
    • W: 18'-20'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii' plant details

    Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: ulmaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 18 FT - 20 FT - wide, 20 FT - 25 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring
    Uses: cascading, fall color, woodland garden, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    An excellent, eye-catching specimen and a neat-compact tree; in contrast to Ulmus glabra Pendula's more horizontal, stiff-looking crown, 'Camperdown' forms a 15' high dome of branches weeping to touch the ground. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    An irregularly rounded, dense tree with contorted, pendulous branches. Green foliage turns yellow in the fall. Insignificant flowers appear in early spring before the leaves emerge and mature into papery samaras by late spring. This is a non-suckering culutivar. A solitary speciman can form an amazing focal point in the landscape. It does have some disease and pest issues in certain areas, but is a popular landscaping tree regardless. Growth Rate medium

    By: Garden World

    Slender branches form umbrella-like crown, reaching to the ground. Deciduous. Zones 4- 7

    By: Lael's Moon Garden

    The iconic zig zag of stacked branches in an umbrella profile. It takes patience to see the form take shape, so best start now!

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii' plant

    How to Grow Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Wildlife

      • birds

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • glossy

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    Ulmus x hollandica 'Jacqueline Hillier'

    aka Ulmus carpinifolius 'Jacqueline Hillier', Ulmus x elegantissima 'Jacqueline Hillier', Jacqueline Hillier Dwarf Elm, Jacqueline Hillier Shrub Dutch Elm

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 8'-12'

    Width: 8'-12'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular
    Photo of Ulmus x hollandica 'Jacqueline Hillier' foliage by Far Reaches Farm
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    Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea'

    aka Ulmus procera 'Aurea', Ulmus procera 'Viminalis Aurea', Aurea English Elm, Aurea Golden English Elm, Gold-leaved English Elm

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4a-9b

    Size

    Height: 40'-60'

    Width: 40'-60'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery
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    Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido'

    aka Dwarf Princess Elm, Hokkaido Chinese Elm, Hokkaido Dwarf Chinese Elm, Hokkaido Japanese Elm, Hokkaido Miniature Elm, Lazy Man's Bonsai

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 12"-36"

    Width: 12"-36"

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido' foliage, form by Far Reaches Farm
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    Ulmus parvifolia

    aka Ulmus parviflora, Chinese Elm, Lace Bark Elm

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    4b-9b

    Size

    Height: 40'-50'

    Width: 40'-50'

    • sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Ulmus parvifolia foliage by Bri Weldon
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    Ulmus parvifolia 'Yatsubusa'

    aka Ulmus parviflora 'Yatsubusa', Ulmus parvifolia 'Yatsabusa', ELM, Yatsubusa Chinese Elm, Yatsubusa Dwarf Chinese Elm

    Plant Type

    Tree, Shrub

    Zones

    6a-10a

    Size

    Height: 8'-10'

    Width: 6'-8'

    • sun - dappled shade
    • even moisture - regular
    Photo of Ulmus parvifolia 'Yatsubusa' foliage by Sage Ross
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