This cultivar forms a broadly vase shaped crown at an early age, and provides the form and toughness of the American Elm without its problems. This National Arboretum introduction has proven to be widely adaptable to climatic extremes.
Ulmus wilsoniana 'Prospector'
Prospector Elm
USDA Zone: 4b
Height: 40′
Spread: 30′
Description:
Shape
Vase
Foliage
Deep green, glossy
Fall Color
Yellow
Disease Resistance
Tolerant of Dutch elm disease and phloem necrosis
Insect Resistance
elm leaf beetle
