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
what3words:
ushering.ankle.contacts
Tree number: 42