Drake Elm 5 Gallon Container

Drake Elm – 5 Gallon Container
Fast-Growing Shade Tree | Drought Tolerant & Low Maintenance

The Drake Elm (Ulmus parvifolia ‘Drake’) is a top-performing, fast-growing deciduous tree perfect for southern landscapes. Known for its graceful canopy, disease resistance, and tolerance to heat and drought, this elm is ideal for providing quick shade with minimal upkeep.

Sold in a 5-gallon container, this tree is well-suited for residential yards, large open spaces, and street plantings. Its elegant, vase-shaped form and smooth bark make it an attractive choice for both function and beauty.

Key Features:

• Mature Height: 30–40 feet

• Mature Spread: 25–35 feet

• Growth Rate: Fast (2–3+ feet per year)

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil: Tolerates a variety of soils, including clay and compacted urban soils

• Zones: 7–10

Benefits of the Drake Elm:

• Fast shade provider for lawns, driveways, and property lines

• Arching branches and fine-textured foliage create a graceful appearance

• Highly resistant to Dutch Elm Disease and pests

• Handles drought, heat, humidity, and poor soil conditions

Whether you're planting one as a standalone feature or lining a street or pasture, the Drake Elm delivers reliable growth, stunning form, and low-maintenance care.

Shipped directly from our farm in a 5-gallon container, this vigorous young tree is ready to establish and thrive in your landscape.