Overview
Ulmus 'Patriot' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus 'Patriot' 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 'Patriot' is a deciduous tree cultivar within the Ulmus genus, known for its spreading branched habit. Like other elms, it thrives in fertile, well-drained soils and can be grown in full sun or partial shade, making it suitable for a variety of garden settings including coastal and wildlife gardens. This cultivar is hardy to UK zone H6 and adapts well to different soil types and pH levels. Its seasonal interest spans spring and summer, contributing to the garden's appeal during these times.
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 'Patriot' 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 'Patriot'
- 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 'Patriot'?
Ulmus 'Patriot' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ulmus 'Patriot' need?
Ulmus 'Patriot' 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 'Patriot' hardy in the UK?
Ulmus 'Patriot' 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 'Patriot'?
Seed, Softwood cuttings, Chip budding, Grafting.
More in the Ulmus genus
- Ulmus 'Frontier'elm 'Frontier'
- 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'
