Ulmus parvifolia
Chinese Elm

Ulmus parvifolia, commonly known as Chinese Elm, is a deciduous to semi-evergreen ornamental tree admired for its elegant form, fine-textured foliage, and attractive exfoliating bark. The small, glossy green leaves are oval-shaped and turn golden to reddish hues in autumn, providing seasonal color interest. Its bark peels naturally in shades of orange, grey, and brown, adding year-round decorative appeal.

Chinese Elm typically grows 10–18 meters tall with a broad, rounded to vase-shaped canopy, making it ideal for streetscapes, parks, and garden landscapes. It thrives in full sun to partial shade and adapts well to varied soils, including clay, loam, and sandy types. Once established, it is drought-tolerant and highly resilient, with good resistance to Dutch elm disease compared to other elm species.

This tree is widely used as a feature specimen, avenue tree, or shade tree, offering year-round interest, graceful branching, and low-maintenance growth. Its combination of hardiness, elegance, and ornamental bark makes it a favorite for urban and suburban planting.

40cm pot
Price $155