GROWTH HABIT, RATE:
Upright and rounded habit, medium growth rate. The tree on campus vaguely resembles the vase-shape form of the American Elm.

ADAPTABILITY:
Best growth in moist, well-drained soil, but is often found in dry, rocky sites in Fayetteville. Drought tolerant.

FUNCTIONS:
Shade tree.

PROBLEMS AND MAINTENANCE:
Dutch Elm disease. Mildew.

NATIVE RANGE:
Southeastern and southcentral United States.

USEFUL RANGE (USDA Zones):
Zones 6-9

SUBSPECIES, VARIETIES, CULTIVARS: