PatternBaseAmerican Elm
Ulmus americana, Ulmaceae
Zones
2–9
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Fast
Guild Roles
Shade Provider
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)
Water
Moderate
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
Antagonistic Plants
HackberryCeltis occidentalis
Hackberry's aggressive root system and similar habitat requirements create competition with American elm in floodplain forests
Chinese ElmUlmus parvifoliaChinese elm can serve as a reservoir for Dutch elm disease, creating a disease bridge that threatens native American elm populations
Uses
Functions
Timber
Common Questions
What zones does American Elm grow in?
American Elm grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 9.
What are good companion plants for American Elm?
Good companions for American Elm include Fox Sedge, American Basswood.
Design guilds with American Elm and see companion relationships visually.
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