Description

This vigorous variety produces branches with a notable weeping habit that is visually graceful; indispensable for the toughest and most difficult locations where it will thrive; makes a great windbreak and can even be used as a large hedge

Landscape Attributes

Weeping Siberian Elm is a deciduous tree with a rounded form and gracefully weeping branches. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage.

Weeping Siberian Elm is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

Weeping Siberian Elm will grow to be about 50 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 40 feet. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 4 feet from the ground, and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 50 years or more.

This tree should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under average home landscape conditions. It is not particular as to soil type or pH, and is able to handle environmental salt. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This is a selected variety of a species not originally from North America.