Consider Planting an Elm

The Official State Tree of both Massachusetts and North Dakota, American elm is a beautiful tree but subject to a serious disease called Dutch elm disease or DED. In fact, I cannot in good conscience recommend planting American elm without reminding you it could die of DED.

With that said resistant tree strains are starting to improve the American elm's situation. Also, you may want to consider planting lacebark elm as an alternative to American elm. Lacebark elm's habit and form is similar.

• Chinese Elm Management
• Dutch Elm Disease

American Elm Photo, Brokaw/Forestry Forum