How to Grow and Care for Siberian elm

Siberian elm, also known as Common elm, Smooth-leaved elm, Asiatic elm, Dwarf elm, Chinese elm

Siberian elm is known for its resilience and adaptability, making it generally undemanding in terms of care. Key points include its tolerance to a wide range of soil types and conditions, although it prefers well-drained soil. Special care should be given to ensure it's planted in an area with enough space to accommodate its rapid growth and potential invasiveness. Pruning should be conducted to maintain structure and health. Regular watering during dry spells will benefit siberian elm, which is otherwise drought-resistant.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Siberian elm

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	3-9

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Siberian elm reaches an impressive stature of 50 to 70 feet (15 to 21 meters) in height with a breadth of 35 to 50 feet (11 to 15 meters), featuring a distinctive vase-shaped crown. The bark exhibits a dark gray hue in mature specimens, complemented by silvery-gray twigs. Its leaves are distinctive; they are alternately arranged, simple, with a doubly serrate margin and an oblique, ovate to lanceolate shape. The topside of the leaves is a darker green, while the underside is a paler green. In early spring, siberian elm produces inconspicuous drooping clusters of light green to reddish flowers, followed by a distinctive fruit in the form of a winged samara, round and ranging from 0.5 to 1 inch (1.27 to 2.54 cm) in diameter, maturing to a hard, brown finish. Winter reveals large, glossy black buds.