New Harmony American Elm Tree
Ulmus americana 'New Harmony'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
|---|---|---|
| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
New Harmony American Elm Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 4-9
If you love Elm trees then you are in good company. The love of Elms might even be in your DNA! This American love affair with Elms goes all the way back to the birth of our nation!
In 1765 the Sons of Liberty used the famed "Liberty Tree" as the rallying place to protest the much hated Stamp Act.
That tree was an Elm!
In 1826 President John Quincy Adams planted a tree at the White House to honor Thomas Jefferson.
That tree was an Elm!
In the 21st Century, a visionary gardener planted a tree in their yard and forever changed the face of their neighborhood.
That tree was an Elm. That gardener is you!
Nature Hills is so pleased to offer the New Harmony Elm (Ulmus americana 'New Harmony') to the market this year. Not only does this beautiful tree carry on the great American tradition of Elms in our cities and gardens, but it is super resistant to the strains of disease that have decimated Elms in the past century.
Featuring the same toothy, lacy foliage and vase-shaped crown that is well-known among these trees, the strong limbs and great golden fall color won't let you down in addition to the many new improvements New Harmony has to offer!
Landscape Application:
The hardiness of the Elm Tree is evident by the sheer number of streets named after this tree used to line them - Elm Street. We'll bet that your town has one, too! Streets were once shaded by canopies of Elms and other mighty trees planted on either side, stretching to touch in the middle.
They are great because they adapt to just about anywhere they have been introduced in the US and they can withstand heavy snow, prolonged drought and even being ran into up by passing cars! So we are certain the new American Elm will excel in your garden.
Impressive front lawn specimens, cooling shade, and effortlessly bringing back the tree-lined boulevard, the New Harmony American Elm is not only a legacy tree, but many varieties of songbirds and wildlife depend on their shelter, seeds, and the insects this tree serves as host plant!
- Lacy Fine-Textured Green Leaves
- Strong Limbs & Vase-Shaped Canopy
- Gorgeous Fall Color
- Very Hardy, Tall & Sturdy
- Adaptable To Many Parts Of The US
- Unsurpassed Shade That's Salt & Disease Resistant
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Choose a site with full sun and well-drained soil to get your tree off on the right foot (er… root?) and then watch this moderately fast grower take off! Give new trees regular waterings until established, but once they are, Elms are very drought tolerant and handle urban conditions and pollution with ease. Prune if needed in late winter to correct its form when young.
- Tolerant Of A Wide Range Of Full Sun Growing Conditions
- Well-Drained Soil
- Moderate Moisture - Drought Tolerant Once Established
- Prune Late Winter
- Improved Disease & Pest Resistance
For a new and disease-resistant twist on an American classic, order your own New Harmony American Elm Tree today and continue the American tradition! Now available at Nature Hills!
