Photo of Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea' foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea'

Also Known As

  • Ulmus procera 'Aurea'
  • Ulmus procera 'Viminalis Aurea'
  • Aurea English Elm
  • Aurea Golden English Elm
  • Gold-leaved English Elm

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'-60'
  • W: 40'-60'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea' plant details

Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with chartreuse and gold foliage. green flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: ulmaceae
Foliage: deciduous chartreuse and gold
Mature size: 40 FT - 60 FT - wide, 40 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms
Uses: serrated leaves, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Attractive and always yellow? (Krussmann) describes the narrow, toothed foliage of this impressive large tree... a full grown tree must really be something! S/M
A very fast-growing yellow-gold form of the English Elm, sometimes growing 5 ft. in a season, eventually becomes 35 feet tall and round-headed. If you want shade but not darkness, this is your tree. It makes a glowing beacon from afar and is a tremendous contrast tree. Minimum temperature: -30°F
The large toothed golden leaves on this tree do not scorch in the sun. The mature tree is open and graceful to 35'. zone 6

Gardening facts about Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea' plant

How to Grow Ulmus x viminalis 'Aurea'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
    • chartreuse
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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