Accolade Smoothleaf Elm
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Accolade Smoothleaf Elm |
Botanical Name | Ulmus carpinifolia Morton |
Description | |
Plant Type | Shade |
Mature Height | 60 to 75 ft |
Mature Width | 40 to 50 ft |
Growth Habit | Spreading |
Bloom Color | Green |
Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
Bloom Period | August to September |
Seasonal Interest | Fall |
Foliage Color | Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Golden Yellow |
Attributes | Clay Soil, Drought Tolerant, Shade Tree, Street Tree |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 7 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
Prune Notes | To maintain a single leader for its vase-shaped nature, pruning out the competing upright branches for the first few years may be necessary. Prune in winter. |