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American Elm vs Brandon Elm
Ulmus americana
Ulmus americana Brandon
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American Elm is fast growing, tall tree with a recognizable and pleasing shape.
It's well suited for urban environments because of its non-invasive roots and ability to grow on harsh sites (quite salt tolerant). American Elm develops a wide, dense canopy that provides shade for many city streets around North America.
Brandon Elm is a hardy and adaptable tree. Its dark green foliage turns brilliant gold in the fall.
This cultivar of the American Elm is long-lived and fast growing. Due to its smaller and more compact form than its cousin, the American Elm, Brandon Elm it is often preferred for home landscapes where it can command the extra money required to propagate it.