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    Ulmus americana 'Princeton'

    Also Known As

    • Princeton American Elm

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 50'-70'
    • W: 30'-50'

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

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    Ulmus americana 'Princeton' plant details

    Ulmus americana 'Princeton' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ulmus americana 'Princeton'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: ulmaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 30 FT - 50 FT - wide, 50 FT - 70 FT - tall
    Uses: fall color, shade tree, street tree

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ulmus americana 'Princeton'

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: pollution
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Selected in 1922 for is dense upright form the Princeton Elm has since proven to be one of the best cultivars resistant to Dutch Elm Disease Growth Rate fast

    By: Garden World

    Wikipedia tells us it was originally selected in 1922 by New Jersey nurseryman William Flemer for its aesthetic merit. By coincidence, 'Princeton' was later found to have a moderate resistance to Dutch elm disease. Typical in form and hardiness it is an important part of the American experience, once part of the American urban forest.

    By: Heritage Seedlings

    Gardening facts about Ulmus americana 'Princeton' plant

    How to Grow Ulmus americana 'Princeton'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • pollution tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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