Field Elm: The Hardy Tree of Plains and Country Hedgerows
Ulmus minor
Growing field elm: hardy lowland broadleaf with a broad crown. Full sun, fresh fertile soil, ideal in tree lines, parks and rural hedgerows.
Characteristics
Field elm (Ulmus minor) is a hardy native broadleaf tree with a broad, dense crown, typical of plains, tree lines and rural hedgerows. It grows in full sun on fresh, fertile soil and copes well with both heat and cold. It flowers before the leaves emerge, between February and March.
Flowering season
Practical tips
Water needs: media — always check soil moisture before watering.
Prefers pieno sole: provide the right light and rotate the plant for even growth.
Recommended soil: fresco fertile. Refresh the substrate every 1-2 years.
Dust the leaves with a damp cloth to support photosynthesis.
Feed during the growing season (spring-summer) and stop in winter.
