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Species: Ulmus 'Accolade'

Ulmus 'Accolade'

Hybrid Elm 'Accolade'

Found on Course Walks

Map of plant locations

(Plant location data may be incomplete)

In Collection(s):

Recommended Urban Trees Collection
Tree Identification Guide

Cultivars

No cultivars listed

Ornamental Characteristics

Tree > 30 feet

Deciduous

Vase-shaped, arching, American Elm-like glossy

Environmental Characteristics

Full sun

4b

Can tolerate acid to alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 8.0)

Tolerates salty soil

fast growing

Yes

Occasionally saturated or very wet soil; Consistently moist, well-drained soil; Occasional periods of dry soil; Prolonged periods of dry soil
See graphic below

Insect Disease

Reportedly resistant to Elm Yellows, resistant to Elm Leaf Beetle

Bare Root Transplanting

Easy

Other

Parentage: U. japonica x U. wilsoniana

Moisture Tolerance Graphic

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Moisture Tolerance

Moisture graphic
Occasionally saturated or very wet soil
Consistently moist, well-drained soil
Occasional periods of dry soil
Prolonged periods of dry soil
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