Overview
Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' is a cultivar of the Ulmus genus, which comprises deciduous trees known for their elliptical or ovate leaves and attractive autumn colours. This globe elm features a spreading branched habit and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and can be grown in a variety of garden settings including coastal, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens. Its season of interest spans spring and summer, adding seasonal appeal to the landscape.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ulmus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera'
- Propagation
- Seed, Softwood cuttings, Chip budding, Grafting
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Bark beetles, Horse chestnut scale, Elm gall mites
- Disease resistance
- Dutch elm disease, Coral spot, Honey fungus, Phytophthora
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera'?
Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' need?
Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' hardy in the UK?
Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera'?
Seed, Softwood cuttings, Chip budding, Grafting.
More in the Ulmus genus
- Ulmus 'Frontier'elm 'Frontier'
- Ulmus 'Patriot'elm 'Patriot'
- Ulmus 'San Zanobi'
- Ulmus americanaAmerican water elm
- Ulmus bergmanniana
- Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR
- Ulmus minor subsp. minorEuropean field elm
- Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido'Chinese elm 'Hokkaido'
