Common Name: American Elm (White Elm) Latin Name: Ulmus americana Tree Size: Large Leaf Type: Deciduous Growth Rate: Rapid Water Needs: Moderate Tolerances: Salty soil or sea-spray, drought, alkaline soils (pH > 7.5) Attributes: Texas native, reliable fall color, seeds or fruit eaten by wildlife Features: Deep green leaves turn bright yellow in fall. Comments: Fast-growing, vase-shaped shade tree that tolerates a wide range of conditions. Problems: Dutch elm disease not too bad in Texas; extensive, shallow root system. Firewise: Yes

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