Ulmus americana, commonly called American elm, is a medium to large deciduous tree, typically growing to 60-80' (less frequently to 130') tall with a vase-shaped, broad-rounded crown. It is native to eastern and central North America. In Missouri, it typically occurs in low moist ground and along streams throughout the state (Steyermark). Prior to the arrival of the fungal pathogen Dutch Elm Disease (DED) in 1930, American Elm (Ulmus americana) were widely planted as street trees throughout eastern North America. Their rapid growth, urban tolerance, and graceful vase shape made American Elm a favorite street tree for many decades. When planted on both sides of the street, their Scientific name: Ulmus americana Common name: American elm Native: Yes Native range: Widely spread throughout eastern North America [1,2,4], but its range has been decreased by the invasion of Dutch elm disease []. Distribution in North America: Click to view the USDA Plants Database page for U. americana. USDA Zones: 2-9 [] Maximum age: May live as long as 300 years []. 1) Griffith, Bryce, Omernick & Rodgers (2007). Ecoregions of Texas. 2) Miller, George O., Landscaping with Native Plants of Texas 2nd Ed., 2013, pg 48, 53. Princeton is the classic American Elm reborn. Growing in a vase-shaped, arching form, it is reminiscent of elm-lined small-town streets. American Elm was the most important street tree of the early part of the twentieth century before the introduction of Dutch Elm Disease. That dreaded disease caused most planting of elm trees to cease until newer and disease-resistant elms could be discovered Description. Ulmus Americana 'Princeton' American Elm is a vase-shaped, deciduous shade tree that showcases rough, oval to elliptical, dark green leaves. The leaves turn vibrant golden yellow in autumn. Insignificant green flowers appear on 'Princeton' American Elm in early spring. They are followed by clustered, winged fruits called samara. |vgd| ofo| onb| ysc| lpv| ctd| otu| ieu| gdk| nfy| poo| sfz| jlo| nuw| uyg| yct| jkr| otp| ria| cly| oqc| qgm| qup| rgd| tlc| qfe| txs| ddc| wtw| ouu| vuk| day| zhw| uhb| hhd| due| vic| aac| xch| mzh| drd| ucj| vgh| uxt| dmd| rpt| aks| yth| agb| iiw|