Overview
Ulmus minor subsp. minor is a spreading branched trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus minor subsp. minor 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 minor subsp. minor, commonly known as European field elm or small-leaved elm, is a deciduous tree belonging to the Ulmaceae family. As a spreading branched tree, it thrives in fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, clay, loam, or sand, and can grow well in full sun or partial shade. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for a variety of garden settings including coastal, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens. It is best propagated by seed, softwood cuttings, chip budding, or grafting, with interest in spring and summer seasons.
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 minor subsp. minor 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 minor subsp. minor
- 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 minor subsp. minor?
Ulmus minor subsp. minor prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ulmus minor subsp. minor need?
Ulmus minor subsp. minor 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 minor subsp. minor hardy in the UK?
Ulmus minor subsp. minor 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 minor subsp. minor?
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 carpinifolia 'Umbraculifera'globe elm
- Ulmus minor 'Dehesa de la Villa'PBR
- Ulmus parvifolia 'Hokkaido'Chinese elm 'Hokkaido'
