CATTON ARBORETUM

Ulmus glabraLutescens

Common name: Golden Elm

Year planted: 2000

Country of origin: Elms are native to Europe

Year introduced: Possibly 1903 from a raised in Belgium

Description: Ulmus glabra is a large wide spreading tree with the cultivar Lutescens potentially exceeding 20m in height. Pale yellow green leaves keep their colour all season long. The wood of elm has many traditional uses due to its strength and ability to withstand many years under water. Even water pipes have been made from hollowed out poles

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Tree number: 42
Ulmus glabraLutescens (Golden Elm)