Dynasty Chinese elm
Ulmus parvifolia 'Dynasty'
USDA zones5 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size20 to 30 feet tall20 to 30 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Green
- Fall color
- Yes
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Dynasty' Chinese elm (Ulmus parvifolia 'Dynasty') is a tree for specimen planting, shade, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows at a moderate rate into a dense tree 20 to 30 feet tall and wide. Birds visit it, and it tolerates drought and salt.
Pairs well with Oakleaf hydrangea, Christmas fern, Sedge, and Wild geranium.