Ulmus parvifolia 'Red Fall'

Ulmus parvifolia
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Cultivar 'Red Fall'
Origin USA

The Chinese Elm Ulmus parvifolia cultivar 'Red Fall' is an American clone selected by S. Bieberich of the Sunshine Nursery, Clinton, Oklahoma.

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Description

As the name implies, the tree is distinguished by the intense red colouration of its foliage in autumn [1][2].

Pests and diseases

The species and its cultivars are highly resistant, but not immune, to Dutch elm disease, and unaffected by the Elm Leaf Beetle Xanthogaleruca luteola[3].

Cultivation

'Red Fall' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.

Synonymy

Accessions

None known.

References

  1. ^ Santamour, F. S., & Bentz, S. E. Updated checklist of elm (Ulmus) cultivars for use in North America. Journal of Arboriculture, 21(3): May, 1995.
  2. ^ Dirr, M. A., Nursery Manager, 9(6): 30-33, 1993.
  3. ^ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Sunshine Nursery & Aboretum. http://www.sunshinenursery.com/survey.htm. Retrieved March 30, 2011.