American elm

American Elm can generally be watered deeply every week to 10 days, depending on the amount of rainfall and temperature. In periods of high heat and dryness it may need to be watered more often. When watering, make sure to deeply soak the soil until water runs out of the drainage holes in the pot. To know if the soil is adequately saturated, wait until the surface of the soil appears dry before irrigating again.

American elm (Ulmus americana 'Jefferson') does best with direct sunlight for 6-8 hours per day, usually in the morning hours. It grows best in full sun, so it is important to place it in an area that gets sunlight for most of the day. This species of elm tree has a high tolerance for drought and heat, so its exposure to direct sunlight is beneficial to its health. For optimal growth, it’s best to provide direct sunlight for American elm during the warmest part of the day, when the temperatures are between 60-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

American elm (Ulmus americana 'Jefferson') trees should generally be pruned in late winter, when the tree is still dormant. Begin pruning the elm by removing any crossing branches, dead wood, and suckers. If the tree has multiple trunks, be sure to select the strongest and healthiest as the leader. Once this is done, proceed to thin the tree’s canopy by light pruning. Take out any branches that are competing with each other, as well as any that interfere with the structure’s integrity. This will help the tree to become stronger and healthier. Finally, prune away any dead or damaged branches, and shorten excess growth. Be sure to keep all pruning cuts clean and sharp. Pruned trees should be supported with stakes or cables to prevent them from breaking or splitting.