Ulmus parvifolia 'Glory'

Ulmus parvifolia
Cultivar 'Glory'
Origin United States

The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Glory' is one of the early American selections, best known for its winter hardiness.

Description

'Glory' can reach heights over 13 m.[1]

Pests and diseases

The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the Elm Leaf Beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola.[2]

Cultivation

'Glory' is common in the United States. The tree featured in the elm trials conducted by Northern Arizona University at Holbrook. It is not known to have been introduced to Europe or Australasia. Hardiness: USDA zones 5b–10a.[3]

See also

Ulmus parvifolia

Further reading

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References

  1. Gilman, Edward F.; Dennis G. Watson. "Ulmus parvifolia" (PDF). Fact Sheet. United States Forest Service. Retrieved 3 September 2012.
  2. Bieberich, Steve. "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Sunshine Nursery. Steve Bieberich. Retrieved 27 August 2011.
  3. Gilman, Edward F.; Dennis G. Watson. "Ulmus parvifolia" (PDF). Fact Sheet. United States Forest Service. Retrieved 3 September 2012.
  4. "Ulmus parvifolia 'Glory' (Lacebark Elm) Further Reading". Zip Code Zoo. Retrieved 27 August 2011.


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