
American Elm
Ulmus americana
American Elm is a large deciduous tree known for its elegant, arching canopy and fast growth. It features serrated, dark green leaves and provides excellent shade, making it a popular choice for street plantings, parks, and large landscapes.
USDA Hardiness Zones: 2â9
Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shade
Water Requirements: Moderate; prefers well-drained soil
Growth Rate: Fast
Mature Size: 40â60 feet tall, 30â50 feet wide
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil
Landscape Use: Shade tree, street tree, large landscapes, parks
Maintenance: Low maintenance; prune in late winter to remove dead wood
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Welcome to The Plant Firm
The Plant Firm was created during the lockdown of 2020 as a fun project to give me something to do. It quickly became a much larger endeavor and one that I knew needed more attention to be done right. I was tired of paying an arm and a leg for plants at the big box store and saw an opportunity to save people time and money while also delivering straight to their door. So, here we are in 2023. Officially up and running with an amazing team, more plants, and a desire to provide you with better plants at better prices!
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