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Ulmus parvifolia Todd
Chinese Elm
Ulmus · Ulmaceae
Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia Todd) is a exotic tree included in the City of Sydney tree species list. Council data indicates approximately 12 m high and 10 m spread, with a weeping canopy form. Its noted amenity value is interesting bark. Its recorded local performance is very reliable. Final selection should still account for available soil volume, services, exposure and the mature canopy required on the site.
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Classification
Genus
Ulmus
Family
Ulmaceae
Common name
Chinese Elm
Climate
temperate, subtropical, urban
Ulmus parvifolia Todd belongs to the Ulmus genus within the Ulmaceae family. It performs reliably across temperate, subtropical, urban zones in our experience.
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Cultivation
Care sheet.
Water
Establishment watering; monitor during extended drought
Light
Full sun to part shade, subject to species
Soil
Dry soil; confirm drainage and soil volume for the site
Growth rate
Moderate
Mature size
12 m H × 10 m W
Landscape use
Maintain current usage
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Further reading
- 01Tree species list - urban suitability and selection attributes — City of Sydney
- 02Ulmus parvifolia Todd observation photograph — GBIF · Andrew Conboy · http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/