Ulmus parvifolia 'Sagei' - 125-150 CM C50

Description
The Chinese elm also has egg-shaped, lanceolate, light green leaves. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 15 metres and grows to a width of approx. 12 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Attractive yellow autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Chinese elm are light green, ovate, lanceolate and crenate. They are about 3 - 5 cm in size. Chinese elm turns bright yellow in autumn.

Frost hardiness
The Chinese elm has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Chinese elm is loose in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time. - Pruning wounds, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Use
Solitary, group planting, topiary, room