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Pioneer Netherland Elm

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Botanical Name: Ulmus x hollandica ‘Pioneer'
Common Name: Pioneer Netherland Elm

Updated 2/2013



Height: 50-60' Spread: 50' Habit/Form: Round spreading Growth Rate: Fast Zone: 4-5

Cultural Requirements: Prefers rich, moist, well-drained soil.

Ornamental Characteristics: glossy dark green leaves with a dense canopy, turns yellow in fall. Extremely fast growing. Resistant to Dutch elm disease and elm yellows.

Use in the Landscape: Street tree or as a large shade tree.

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