Shade - Chinese Elm (Evergreen Elm) Deciduous predictable shade tree

predictable shade tree

It has dense green foliage that is rounded & develops a full shape at an early age

but are still quite drought and heat tolerant once mature

globular shape

moderate to 3 to 5 feet in height with equal to greater spread

Shade - Chinese Elm (Evergreen Elm) Deciduous predictable shade treeChinese 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.