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Ulmaceae
Trees and shrubs
Siberian Elm
Hardiness
Zone 3
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Family
Ulmaceae
Ulmus pumila, or Siberian elm, is a hardy, fast-growing tree valued for its high tolerance to harsh conditions, including drought, urban pollution, and poor or compacted soils. Its light green, finely toothed foliage creates a light, airy crown, providing moderate shade. Although it requires health monitoring in some contexts, it remains a robust and economical plant solution for row plantings, windbreaks, or rapid reforestation in constrained environments.
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Flower color
Green
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Growth rate
fast
Bloom period
Spring
Fruiting
Samara flattened, barely visible.
Maximum height
10 to 12 m (33 to 39 ft)
Maximum width
6 m (20 feet)
Its strengths, naturally.
Safe for pets
Pets
Attracts or supports pollinating insects
Pollinators
Plants that attract butterflies
Butterflies
Helps repel certain pests
Repellent
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer
Deer
