| Ulmus parvifolia | |
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| Details | |
| Cultivar | 'Matthew' |
| Origin | USA |
The Chinese Elm Ulmus parvifolia cultivar 'Matthew' is one of three recent (< 2006) American introductions selected for their cold hardiness (USA zone 4 tolerant).
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The tree has an upright vase-shape, strong branches, and a bark that exfoliates at a relatively early age.
The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the Elm Leaf Beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola [1].
'Matthew' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.
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