Overview
Ulmus 'Frontier' is a spreading branched, suckering trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus 'Frontier' grows best in full shade, full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens.
About
Ulmus 'Frontier' is a cultivar of the Ulmus genus, which comprises deciduous trees known for their spreading branched and suckering habit. This elm thrives in a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, and tolerates acid, alkaline, and neutral pH levels, preferring well-drained conditions. It can be grown in full sun, partial shade, or full shade and is suitable for all garden aspects and exposures. Hardy to UK zone H7, Ulmus 'Frontier' is well-suited for wildlife gardens and is typically propagated by softwood cuttings in summer, with chip budding and grafting as alternative methods.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ulmus
- Sunlight
- Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, North-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Ulmus 'Frontier' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ulmus 'Frontier'
- Propagation
- Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer. Chip budding and grafting may also be used
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to aphids, bark beetles, leafhoppers and elm gall mites
- Disease resistance
- Maybe susceptible to dutch elm disease
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ulmus 'Frontier'?
Ulmus 'Frontier' prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ulmus 'Frontier' need?
Ulmus 'Frontier' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Ulmus 'Frontier' hardy in the UK?
Ulmus 'Frontier' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Ulmus 'Frontier'?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer. Chip budding and grafting may also be used.
More in the Ulmus genus
- Ulmus 'Patriot'elm 'Patriot'
- Ulmus 'San Zanobi'
- Ulmus americanaAmerican water elm
- Ulmus bergmanniana
- Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera'globe elm
- Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR
- Ulmus minor subsp. minorEuropean field elm
- Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido'Chinese elm 'Hokkaido'
