Wych elm typically starts flowering in March.
wych elm
Ulmus glabra
The wych elm (Ulmus glabra) is a deciduous tree native to Europe, Asia, and parts of northern Africa. The tree can grow up to 50 feet in height, with a spreading canopy of leaves and an upright form. Its bark is gray-brown and it has smooth twigs. Its leaves are dark green, oval-shaped, and serrated at the edges, with a V-shaped base. Its fruit is a small, round and ribbed winged nut known as a samara. Wych elm is a hardy tree that prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and is resistant to pests and disease. It provides habitat and food for wildlife, and is attractive when planted as a specimen or in groves.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Air Layering Propagation,Division,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
4 - 6
Flowers:
Reddish-green Flowers
Sun:
Full sun
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Wych elm (Ulmus glabra) typically require moderate amounts of water for optimal growth. It does best with weekly watering - about 1 inch of water each week is enough to keep the soil moist, but not soggy. During periods of extreme heat or dryness, it may need to be watered more often. When the top layer of soil begins to dry out, it's time to water. Avoid over-watering, as this can saturate the soil and cause root rot.
sunlight
Wych elm (Ulmus glabra) requires full sun to partial shade and thrives when exposed to 5 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. This species of elm typically prefers northern or eastern exposure, enjoying early morning sun as well as afternoon shade when growing in warmer climates. Growing in full sun gives the wych elm the most nutrients and contributes to its overall health, although it can tolerate some shade as well. When growing in more shaded areas, wych elm has a tendency to reach higher to find direct sunlight.
pruning
For wych elm (Ulmus glabra) pruning should be done sparingly, and only when absolutely necessary. The best time to prune wych elm is during the dormant season when the tree is not actively growing. This will minimize the stress on the plant, allowing it to recover quickly. If pruning is done during the growing season, make sure to prune only dead or damaged branches and remove no more than 1 third of the wych elm's canopy to prevent shock to the plant. Pruning too much or too aggressively could cause the wych elm to become overstressed and produce fewer flowers and fruits.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Starts Flowering
