Botanical profile

Ulmus pumila

Latin name
Ulmus pumila
Common name
Siberian Elm
Type
TREE
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.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 3
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Regular watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly alkaline, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Green
Fruiting
Samara flattened, barely visible.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 to 12 m (33 to 39 ft)
Width
6 m (20 feet)
Growth rate
fast
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Repellent
Helps repel certain pests

Repellent

Deer
Less attractive or generally tolerated by deer

Deer

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