The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'Matthew' is one of three American introductions selected for their cold hardiness (US zone 4 tolerant).
| Ulmus parvifolia 'Matthew' | |
|---|---|
| Species | Ulmus parvifolia |
| Cultivar | 'Matthew' |
| Origin | US |
Description edit
The tree has an upright vase-shape, strong branches, and a bark that exfoliates at a relatively early age.
Pests and diseases edit
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]
Cultivation edit
'Matthew' is not known to be in cultivation beyond North America.
Accessions edit
None known.
Nurseries edit
North America edit
References edit
- ^ "Elm Leaf Beetle Survey". Archived from the original on 2011-07-19. Retrieved 17 July 2017.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-09-30. Retrieved 2007-03-01.
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External links edit
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