Ulmus hollandica Jacqueline Hillier

Ulmus hollandica Jacqueline Hillier Details

Ulmus Hollandica Jacqueline Hillier is one of the Dutch Elms grown for its small stature and interesting foliage. The small leaves emerge a fresh green colour in spring, age to become dark green, then develop colourful orange tones in autumn before falling. They are somewhat unusual in that they are formed with a distinctive herringbone pattern and held very densely. It grows with an upright and broad habit to about 3 m tall and the same wide, and can be trimmed as necessary. Best results with this variety are achieved when it is positioned in full sun on a well-drained site with some shelter. It is tolerant of frost, cool climates, poor soils, and dry periods. Ulmus Jacqueline Hillier is commonly grown as a specimen, included in a mixed planting, maintained in a courtyard garden, or planted around outdoor living areas.