Overview
Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR is a spreading branched, suckering trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR 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 minor 'Dehesa de la Villa' is a cultivar of the Ulmus genus, which comprises deciduous trees known for their spreading branched and suckering habit. This tree thrives in a variety of soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, and prefers well-drained conditions. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and can grow in full sun, partial shade, or full shade, making it suitable for different garden aspects and exposures. Ideal for wildlife gardens, it is best cultivated in fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by softwood cuttings, chip budding, or grafting during summer.
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 minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched, Suckering
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR
- 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 minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR?
Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR prefers full shade, full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR need?
Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR 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 minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR hardy in the UK?
Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR 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 minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR?
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer. Chip budding and grafting may also be used.
More in the Ulmus genus
- Ulmus 'Frontier'elm 'Frontier'
- Ulmus 'Patriot'elm 'Patriot'
- Ulmus 'San Zanobi'
- Ulmus americanaAmerican water elm
- Ulmus bergmanniana
- Ulmus carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera'globe elm
- Ulmus minor subsp. minorEuropean field elm
- Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido'Chinese elm 'Hokkaido'
