Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' (Siberian elm 'Beijing Gold') — Spreading branched

Overview

Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' 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 pumila 'Beijing Gold' (Siberian elm 'Beijing Gold') is a deciduous tree cultivar within the Ulmus genus, known for its spreading branched habit. Like other elms, it thrives in full sun or partial shade and adapts well to a variety of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, provided they are well-drained. This hardy tree, suitable for exposed or sheltered sites, is ideal for coastal, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens. It is best cultivated in fertile, well-drained soil and can be propagated by seed, softwood cuttings, chip budding, or grafting.

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 pumila 'Beijing Gold' 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 pumila 'Beijing Gold'

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 pumila 'Beijing Gold'?

Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' need?

Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' 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 pumila 'Beijing Gold' hardy in the UK?

Ulmus pumila 'Beijing Gold' 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 pumila 'Beijing Gold'?

Seed, Softwood cuttings, Chip budding, Grafting.

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