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    Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju'

    Also Known As

    • Ulmus parviflora 'Seiju'
    • Seiju Dwarf Chinese Elm
    • Seiju Dwarf Lacebark Elm

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 2'-10'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju' plant details

    Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen tree with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: ulmaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 2 FT - 10 FT - tall
    Flowers: red blooms in spring
    Uses: bonsai, container plant, peeling bark, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: regular - occasional
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A natural for bonsai; tiny rounded leaves give a layered look to this form; smaller than 'Catlin', faster than 'Hokkaido'. S-PSh/M

    By: Forestfarm

    This mini elm grows into an ancient, corky barked specimen in a very short time! 5-6’ tall and 4-5’ wide, moderate growth rate. Tiny leaves complete the look. Actually very easy to grow in most soils, sun to light shade, some summer water. Suitable for containers and even bonsai! There’s room for this in every garden, where it demands so little and provides so much interest! USDA Z5

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Corky, wavy bark with age gives this tree excellent bonsai potential. In the ground, though, it can be a fast grower with youthful enthusiasm reaching 10 feet in time. Delicate, very fine, pretty leaflets.Minimum temperature: -20?F

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    This dwarf Chinese Elm presents an array of ornamental attributes: fissured corklike bark, delicate branches uniquely arranged in somewhat flattened sprays, petite dark green foliage

    By: Digging Dog Nursery

    Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju' Dwarf Chinese Elm Tree cultivar that is primarily used for rock gardens and bonsai. It is a sport of Ulmus parvifolia ‘Hokkaido' that features slightly larger leaves and a faster growth rate. Over time it may reach 10’ tall. Bark becomes corky with age.

    By: Kigi Nursery

    A sport of the more petite Hokkaido with tiny foliage but larger growing to 7' with corky bark. An excellent choice for bonsai or as a small specimen tree. Very unusual.

    By: Almost Eden

    Fantastic, stiff, gnarled foliage! Small and slow growing dwarf for the rock garden or an intimate patio of rare plants. Also a perfect specimen for a container. Underplant with the small species of daffodils and Iris and put it in a sunny spot.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    A sport of Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido', another dwarf but 'Seiju' has slightly larger leaves and a faster growth rate. Bark becomes corky with age. Resistant to Dutch elm disease. All the same good qualities of the species above as well.

    By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

    Gardening facts about Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju' plant

    How to Grow Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

    • 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 glabra 'Camperdownii'

    aka Camperdown Elm, Camperdown Scotch Elm

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 20'-25'

    Width: 18'-20'

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