Ulmus americana 'Valley Forge'

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

Deciduous Tree, Shade Tree

Height

70 ft

Width

70 ft

Hardiness zones

4–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Yellow

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Provide Shade, Specimen

Shape

Arching, Vase Shaped

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

No

Deer resistant

No

Salt tolerant

No

Drought tolerant

No