Ulmus glabra Camperdownii (Scotch Elm)
Ulmus glabra ‘Camperdownii’ (Scotch Elm) is a large weeping tree forming a handsome dome of branches that gracefully weep, sometimes almost kissing the ground. Its dark green, sandpapery leaves turn golden-yellow in the fall.
Ulmus glabra 'Camperdownii' (Scotch Elm) is a large weeping tree forming a handsome dome of branches that gracefully weep, sometimes almost kissing the ground. Its dark green, sandpapery leaves turn golden-yellow in the fall. A most attractive specimen tree or shade tree. However, Scotch Elm is susceptible to the Dutch Elm disease, which causes wilt and death.
- Grows up to 15-25 ft. tall (4-8 m) and 20-30 ft. wide (16-9 m).
- A full sun or partial shade lover, this tree is easily grown in any well-drained soils. Drought tolerant.
- Perfect as a specimen plant.
- Keep an eye out for aphids, leafhoppers, gall mites and Dutch elm disease.
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer. Chip budding and grafting may also be used.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4 – 6 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones | 2 – 8 |
| Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 |
| Plant Type | Trees |
| Plant Family | Ulmus – Elms |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late)Summer (Early,Mid,Late)Fall |
| Height | 15' – 25' (4.5m – 7.5m) |
| Spread | 20' – 30' (6m – 9m) |
| Water Needs | Average |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage, Prairie and Meadow |