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American Elm vs Ironwood TreeUlmus americana Ostrya virginiana SOLD OUT SOLD OUT (new stock expected: fall of 2021) 
American Elm is fast growing, tall tree with a recognizable and pleasing shape. 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 QUICK FACTSIRONWOOD TREE QUICK FACTS
Zone:
2a
Zone:
3a
Height:
30 m (98 ft)
Height:
8 m (25 ft)
Spread:
15 m (50 ft)
Spread:
6 m (20 ft)
Moisture:
any
Moisture:
any
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Light:
any
Fuzz/fluff:
yes
Catkins:
yes
Fall colour:
bright yellow
Bark:
dark, ashy gray with ridges
Growth rate:
fast
Growth rate:
slow
Life span:
up to 200 years
Life span:
long
Maintenance:
low
Suckering:
medium
Suckering:
none
Pollution tolerance:
high
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Other Names:
water elm, whilte elm
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes |