Ulmus parvifolia 'Red Fall'
| Ulmus parvifolia | |
|---|---|
| Cultivar | 'Red Fall' |
| Origin | USA |
The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Red Fall' is an American clone selected by S. Bieberich of the Sunshine Nursery, Clinton, Oklahoma.
Description
As the name implies, the tree is distinguished by the intense red colouration of its foliage in autumn.[1][2]
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.[3]
Cultivation
'Red Fall' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.
Synonymy
- Ulmus 'Red': Anon.
Accessions
None known.
References
- ↑ Santamour, Frank S.; Bentz, Susan E. (May 1995). "Updated Checklist of Elm (Ulmus) Cultivars for use in North America". Journal of Arboriculture. 21 (3): 122–131. Retrieved 20 June 2016.
- ↑ Dirr, M. A., Nursery Manager, 9(6): 30–33, 1993.
- ↑ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Sunshine Nursery & Aboretum. Retrieved March 30, 2011.
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