Jacqueline Hillier Elm
Did you know?
The parent species of Jacqueline Hillier elms (Ulmus 'Jacqueline Hillier') remain a mystery, as no one has been able to accurately, genetically classify this cultivar. For this reason, the scientific name does not include a specific epithet, and is instead listed by the genus and cultivar names.
Size
Up to 12 feet tall and wide
Flowers, Fruit, Foliage
The fruit are small, flat, papery samaras. Flowers are ornamentally insignificant. Small, ovate, dark green, finely toothed leaves fade to shades of yellow and orange in autumn months.
Pests & Diseases
None serious
Landscape Use
Great as an accent, hedge, border, or bonsai
Care Practices
Plant in moist, well-drained soil in an area with full sun to light shade. These small trees can't tolerate extremes, as they do not perform well in prolonged drought, permanently wet conditions, extreme heat, or extreme cold. Keep soil evenly moist in summer months.
Native Range
Europe