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Ulmus americana New Harmony

New Harmony Elm

New Harmony American elm produces arching branches and a large vase-shaped crown. Vigorous growth, yellow autumn foliage, and strong Dutch elm disease tolerance distinguish this landscape selection.

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 65 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
Deciduous Tree, Shade Tree
Height
70 ft
Width
65 ft
Hardiness zones
4–8
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Fast
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Yellow
Soil
Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Provide Shade, Specimen
Shape
Arching, Vase Shaped
Fruit
No
Fragrant
No
Deer resistant
No
Salt tolerant
No
Drought tolerant
No