Chinese Elm (Parvifolia)

The Chinese Elm (Parvifolia) is generally described as a perennial tree. This is not native to the U.S. (United States) and has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The greatest bloom is usually observed in the late summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the spring and continuing until spring. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Chinese Elm (Parvifolia) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a rapid growth rate. At maturity, the typical Chinese Elm (Parvifolia) will reach up to 60 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 40 feet.

The Chinese Elm (Parvifolia) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by bare root, container, seed. It has a moderate ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have high vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -13°F. has medium tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.