Shade - Chinese Elm (Evergreen Elm)

Chinese Elm, aka Evergreen Elm, is a sturdy, predictable shade tree.  Though not actually evergreen, this tree is semi-evergreen to deciduous.  Moderate to fast growers with ample water. They have an upright, naturally dense umbrella shaped canopy with strong, flexible wood. Leaves are oval, shiny green with slight serration and their distinctive exfoliating bark is highly ornamental with rough tan and gray appearance. They make excellent shade trees.  Years with more cold will cause more leaf color and drop, but in spring new foliage emerges with an amazing bright lime green color. They appreciate more water than most desert trees, but are still quite drought and heat tolerant once mature.

Scientific name:  Ulmus parvifolia

Mature size:  up to 40 ft. high & wide

Sun:  Full sun