Overview
Ulmus pumila 'Hansen' is a spreading branched trees in the genus Ulmus, part of the Ulmaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Ulmus pumila 'Hansen' 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 'Hansen' is a cultivar of the Ulmus genus, which comprises deciduous trees known for their spreading branched habit and notable autumn leaf colour. This tree thrives in full sun or partial shade and is adaptable to a range of soil types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand, with well-drained conditions preferred. Suitable for exposed or sheltered sites, it is hardy in the UK (H6) and can be used effectively in coastal, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens. Propagation methods include seed, softwood cuttings, chip budding, and grafting, with interest in both 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 pumila 'Hansen' 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 'Hansen'
- 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 'Hansen'?
Ulmus pumila 'Hansen' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Ulmus pumila 'Hansen' need?
Ulmus pumila 'Hansen' 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 'Hansen' hardy in the UK?
Ulmus pumila 'Hansen' 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 'Hansen'?
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 minor subsp. minorEuropean field elm
