American Elm vs Ironwood Tree - TreeTime.ca

American Elm vs Ironwood Tree

Ostrya virginiana

Ulmus americana

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Ironwood Tree
American Elm

Ironwood Tree is one of the strongest and most resilient trees you will find in North America. In fact, it has the hardest and most dense wood of any North American tree. Prized for its oval shaped canopy and showy winter trunk, this striking shade tree will make a beautiful addition to any yard. Make sure you do not plant near roads as it is highly salt sensitive.

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.

Ironwood Tree Quick Facts

American Elm Quick Facts

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Zone: 3a
Zone: 2a
Height: 8 m (25 ft)
Height: 30 m (98 ft)
Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
Spread: 15 m (50 ft)
Light: any
Light: partial shade, full sun
Moisture: any
Moisture: any
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: fast
Life span: long
Life span: very long
Suckering: none
Suckering: medium


Fall colour: bright yellow
Seeds: samara
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Native to: ON, QC, NS, NB, PE
Native to: SK, MB, ON, QC, NS, NB, PE
Other Names: water elm, whilte elm