{"product_id":"american-white-elm-tree-seeds-ulmus-americana-fast-growing-shade-tree","title":"American White Elm Tree Seeds (Ulmus americana) Fast Growing Shade Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"65\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican White Elm Tree Seeds (Ulmus americana) Fast Growing Shade Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"67\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eUlmus americana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, commonly known as \u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Elm\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a classic deciduous shade tree native to eastern North America. Renowned for its graceful vase-shaped form and rapid growth, it has long been valued as one of the most iconic landscape and street trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"349\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmerican Elm\u003c\/strong\u003e develops a broad, arching canopy that typically reaches 60 to 80 feet in height with an equally impressive spread. Its elegant branching structure creates a natural arching silhouette, making it a favorite for shade and large landscape plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"610\" data-end=\"861\"\u003eThe tree produces small reddish-green flowers in early spring, followed by distinctive flat, wafer-like seeds called samaras. Its foliage consists of dark green, oval leaves that turn a soft yellow in autumn, adding seasonal interest to the landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eThe bark is dark gray with deep, interlacing ridges that become more pronounced as the tree matures, giving older specimens a rugged and stately appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1021\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eAmerican Elm is highly adaptable and thrives in a wide range of soil conditions, including moist, well-drained, or occasionally dry sites. It performs best in full sun but can tolerate light shade. While historically impacted by Dutch Elm disease, disease-resistant selections and natural resilience have helped maintain its presence in modern landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003eLight: Full sun to light shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1408\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eSoil: Adaptable; prefers moist, well-drained soil\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003eWater: Moderate; tolerates periodic wet or dry conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eGrowth: Fast-growing deciduous shade tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1567\"\u003eClimate: Temperate regions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003eWhy Grow American Elm?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003e• Fast-growing classic shade tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003e• Elegant vase-shaped canopy\u003cbr data-start=\"1685\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003e• Excellent urban and rural adaptability\u003cbr data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1731\"\u003e• Attractive seasonal fall color\u003cbr data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e• Valuable wildlife habitat tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003e• Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions\u003cbr data-start=\"1844\" data-end=\"1847\"\u003e• Historic and iconic North American tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003e• Strong landscape presence and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones: 2–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eAmerican Elm Germination:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e1) Soak in water, let stand for 24 hours. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e2) Optional 30 day stratification period for higher germination rates: Place seeds inside of zip lock bag filled with moist peat moss. Place in fridge for 30 days before planting for higher germination rates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e3) Use a well draining seed staring mix. \"Surface sow\" seeds on top and place no more than 1\/8\" of soil on top. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e4) Place in bright indirect light or use a grow lamp, while using a heated propagator mat to keep the soil at 75 degrees F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e5) Germination will occur between 10-30 days. (Stratified seeds tend to germinate more evenly and faster)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1961\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\"Please Contact us First if you Need Anything\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003eGerminación del olmo americano:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e1) Remoje en agua y deje reposar durante 24 horas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e2) Periodo de estratificación opcional de 30 días para lograr mayores tasas de germinación: Coloque las semillas dentro de una bolsa con cierre hermético (tipo Ziploc) llena de turba húmeda. Colóquela en el refrigerador durante 30 días antes de la siembra para obtener mejores resultados de germinación.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e3) Utilice una mezcla de siembra con buen drenaje. Realice una \"siembra superficial\", colocando las semillas sobre la superficie y cubriéndolas con no más de 1\/8 de pulgada de tierra.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e4) Colóquelas bajo luz indirecta brillante o utilice una lámpara de cultivo, empleando simultáneamente una manta térmica de propagación para mantener la temperatura del sustrato a 75 grados Fahrenheit (aprox. 24 °C).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e5) La germinación ocurrirá entre los 10 y los 30 días. (Las semillas estratificadas tienden a germinar de manera más uniforme y rápida).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;\"\u003e\"Por favor, contáctenos primero si necesita algo\".\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Head Exotics","offers":[{"title":"25 SEEDS","offer_id":54176211861788,"sku":null,"price":8.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 SEEDS","offer_id":54176211894556,"sku":null,"price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 SEEDS","offer_id":54176211927324,"sku":null,"price":26.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0924\/9931\/2924\/files\/ae6.jpg?v=1780500396","url":"https:\/\/www.seedheadexotics.com\/products\/american-white-elm-tree-seeds-ulmus-americana-fast-growing-shade-tree","provider":"Seed Head Exotics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}