''Ulmus parvifolia'' 'Small Frye'
| Ulmus parvifolia | |
|---|---|
| Cultivar | 'Small Frye' |
| Origin | Georgia, USA |
The Chinese Elm Ulmus parvifolia cultivar 'Small Frye' is to be released by Plant Introductions Inc. of Georgia
Description
'Small Frye' is distinguished by its small size and broad rounded crown bearing dark green foliage. The tree also has the exfoliating bark typical of the species. [1]
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.[2]
Cultivation
The tree is not known to be in cultivation beyond the USA.
Accessions
None known.
Nurseries
None known.
References
- ↑ Dirr, M. (2009). Future Tree Selections. Plant Introductions Inc, January 2009.
- ↑ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Archived from the original on 2011-07-19. Retrieved 17 July 2017.
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