Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'

Also Known As

Valley Forge American Elm

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-70'
W: 50'-60'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge' plant details

Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: ulmaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 50 FT - 60 FT - wide, 40 FT - 70 FT - tall
Uses: fall color, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: pollution
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This beautiful American elm has excellent resistance to Dutch elm disease. Reaching 60-70'and becoming a vase-shaped tree with a broadly rounded crown. Attractive, rough, dark-green leaves have toothed margins and turn a soft- yellow in fall. American elm populations have been so decimated by Dutch elm disease they were no longer considered to be feasible selections for landscape use, it is wonderful to have resistant cultivars available! Early-spring, small yellow-green flowers become interesting, single-seeded wafer-like samaras. This is a lovely shade, street or lawn tree. S-PSh/M