Ulmus americana Jefferson

Jefferson American Elm

'Jefferson' was originally selected by the National Park Service (NPS) from approximately 600 elms planted in the National Mall in Washington, DC in the 1930's for disease tolerance and exceptional horticultural characteristics. It has demonstrated a high level of tolerance to Dutch elm disease. It has the classic American elm vase shape and an expansive crown, dark green leaves that develop early in spring and last late into autumn.

American elms are host plants for several butterflies and seeds are eaten by songbirds and small mammals. The tree provides nesting sites for songbirds and cover for wildlife.

  • Vase-shaped with arching limbs
  • Native with yellow fall color
  • Resistant to Dutch Elm Disease

  • Category: Tree, Native
  • Hardiness Zone: 3-9
  • Height: 60-80 ft
  • Spread: 30-40 ft
  • Foliage Color: Green
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Landscape Characteristics
Branch Structure
Foliage Color
Classification by Use
Native
Shade Tree
Street Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Songbirds
Habit
Spreading
Upright
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Foliage
Deciduous
Fall Color
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Fall
Growth Rate
Fast
Moderate
Soil Moisture
Well-Drained
Foliage Color
Green
Yellow
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Ulmus americana Jefferson

Adaptable to a wide variety of soil conditions and pH. American elms tolerate numerous environmental stresses including deicing salts, drought, and air pollution.