Elm cultivar
| Ulmus parvifolia 'Red Fall' | |
|---|---|
| Species | Ulmus parvifolia |
| Cultivar | 'Red Fall' |
| Origin | US |
The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Red Fall' is an American clone selected by S. Bieberich of the Sunshine Nursery, Clinton, Oklahoma.
Description[edit]
As the name implies, the tree is distinguished by the intense red colouration of its foliage in autumn.[1][2]
Pests and diseases[edit]
The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the elm leaf beetle.[3]
References[edit]
- ^ Santamour, Frank S.; Bentz, Susan E. (May 1995). "Updated Checklist of Elm (Ulmus) Cultivars for use in North America". Journal of Arboriculture. 21 (3): 122–131. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
- ^ Dirr, M. A., Nursery Manager, 9(6): 30–33, 1993.
- ^ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Sunshine Nursery & Aboretum. Archived from the original on July 19, 2011. Retrieved March 30, 2011.