American Elm
Ulmus americana

Location: 38416 Mission Blvd.
District: Niles
Native to: N. America
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Deciduous, native of eastern North America. Fast growing and can reach 100' or more with nearly equal spread. It is subject to the deadly Dutch Elm disease. Leafs out very late where winters are mild. Fall color is yellow. Has pale green papery seeds in spring. This tree is not dead, there are new canes coming from the trunk and limbs.

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To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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Illustration by Philip Eaker