2018年6月12日 · Did you know that the Chinese Elm is the only elm species that can tolerate the severity of the low-level elevation of the Arizona desert? An Excellent Shade Tree for a Small Landscape (And Large Landscapes, Too!)

Chinese elm trees remain evergreen in coastal southern California. Temperature: Cold hardy, but in Phoenix the foliage will become marginally necrotic in late summer and early fall due to summer heat stress. Light: Full sun. Soil: Tolerant. Watering: Requires regular irrigations during spring, summer and early fall.

Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) - Also known as a Lacebark Elm, this is a fantastic canopy tree for maximum shade. This woody semi-evergreen perennial tree is moderate to fast growing to 40-60 feet tall with an equal spread.

Chinese Evergreen Elm. Also known as a Chinese/Evergreen/Lacebark Elm, the Chinese Evergreen Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) makes a great residential shade tree or accent tree in the Valley of the Sun. Type: Semi-deciduous; Water: Average water use in spring, summer and early fall; supplemental water improves appearance; Growth: Moderate to fast growing

Native to China, this large, semi-evergreen tree has been widely used in parks here in the Southwest thanks to its wide, natural umbrella-shaped, shade capabilities. Moon Valley Nurseries carries the 'True Green' strain, which does not weep.

The Chinese elm (Ulmus parvifolia) also known as lacebark elm is a top performing non native shade tree. It grows quickly, loves full sun and even stands up to reflected heat (as in parking lots). It is a great choice for a wide shade canopy, up to 35-40’ height and spread at maturity.

Common: Chinese elm, Evergreen elm, Lacebark elm. Family: Ulmaceae. Origin: China. Hardiness Zones: Sunset 8,9, 12-24 | USDA 6-11. Form & Character: Upright, inverted vase with an open canopy and umbrella top spread, small branches are weeping especially if propagated from stem cutting. With training.