Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’ (Elm ‘Princeton’) 2″
$299.99
Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’ is a stately, vase-shaped American elm offering improved disease resistance, dense summer shade, and yellow fall color.
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Description
Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’ (Elm ‘Princeton’) is a deciduous shade tree selected for its classic American elm form and improved resistance to Dutch elm disease. Thriving in full sun, this cultivar develops the iconic tall, vase-shaped canopy with arching branches, typically reaching 60–80 feet tall and 40–60 feet wide.
Medium to dark green, serrated leaves create a dense canopy that provides excellent shade through summer. In fall, foliage turns clear yellow before dropping. Early spring brings small, inconspicuous reddish flowers followed by flat, round samaras. Its strong central structure and sweeping canopy make it ideal for streets, parks, and expansive lawns.
Ulmus americana ‘Princeton’ restores the stately presence of traditional American elms to modern landscapes.
Care Instructions
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Plant in full sun for best structure and canopy development.
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Adaptable to a range of well-drained soils.
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Water regularly during establishment.
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Prune in late winter to maintain strong branch structure.
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Monitor for pests and maintain tree health through proper care.
Key Features
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Deciduous shade tree with classic vase-shaped form
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Improved Dutch elm disease resistance
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Dense green summer canopy
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Yellow fall color
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Ideal for streets and large lawns
