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Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'
Common Name: Valley Forge American Elm
Valley Forge American elm grows vigorously into a broad vase with arching limbs. It needs generous space for its mature canopy and was selected for a high level of tolerance to Dutch elm disease.
The canopy loses its leaves for winter. Autumn color includes yellow. The grower reports tolerance of Dutch elm disease.
Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. Water during establishment and allow enough room for the developing crown.
Size guide
• Height: About 70 ft
• Width: About 70 ft
These are the grower’s landscape estimates; local conditions and age affect actual size.
Hardiness
• Published minimum: USDA Zone 4
Upper climate limit is not specified in this cultivar reference.
The grower provides whole-zone ratings; an A/B limit has not been verified.
Best Uses
• Landscape specimen
• Shade where space allows
• Open park or lawn planting
| Plant Type: | Shade Tree, Deciduous Tree |
| Width: | 70 ft |
| Height: | 70 ft |
| Fragrant: | No |
| Fruit: | Yes |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Zone: | 4–9 |
| Deer Resistant: | No |
| Salt Tolerant: | No |
| Drought Tolerant: | No |
| Exposure: | Full Sun |
| Bloom Time: | Spring |
| Landscape/Use: | Provide Shade, Specimen |
| Shape: | Vase Shaped, Arching |
| Soil Type | Moist well-drained |
| Flower Color: | White |
| Leaf Color: | Green |
| Fall Color: | Yellow |