Winged Elm 5 Gallon Container

Winged Elm – 5 Gallon Container

Description:
The Winged Elm (Ulmus alata) is a tough, adaptable native tree known for its distinctive corky “wings” along young branches and its strong performance in both urban and rural landscapes. This medium to large shade tree thrives in a variety of soils, tolerates drought, and brings seasonal beauty with golden-yellow fall foliage.

Our 5-gallon container Winged Elms are healthy, well-rooted, and ready to plant, giving you a fast start on a long-lived tree with strong branch structure and a classic, upright form.

Key Features:

• Mature Height: 40–60 ft.

• Mature Spread: 30–40 ft.

• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

• Sun Exposure: Full sun

• Water Needs: Low to moderate once established

• Soil Tolerance: Wide range, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils

• Notable Traits: Distinctive winged bark, drought and heat tolerant, native to the Southeast

Why You’ll Love It:

• Unique bark texture adds year-round interest

• Excellent shade provider for lawns, pastures, and streetscapes

• Thrives in tough soil and weather conditions

• Golden-yellow fall color for seasonal curb appeal

Planting & Care:
Choose a sunny location with room for the canopy to develop. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots, then only during prolonged dry periods. Prune in late winter to shape and remove any crossing branches.

Container Size: 5-Gallon – approximately 4–5 ft. tall at time of shipping.