Ulmus Parvifolia 'Yarralumla' (Yarralumla Chinese Elm)
Ulmus Parvifolia 'Yarralumla' (Yarralumla Chinese Elm)
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Ulmus Parvifolia 'Yarralumla', commonly known as the Yarralumla Chinese Elm, is a hardy deciduous to semi-evergreen shade tree prized for its graceful form, attractive foliage, and excellent tolerance to Australian conditions. It develops a broad, rounded canopy of glossy green leaves that provide dense shade through the warmer months before turning golden-yellow in autumn in cooler climates. Its distinctive mottled bark, which peels to reveal shades of grey, green, orange, and brown, adds year-round ornamental appeal.
Highly regarded for its resilience, drought tolerance once established, and resistance to many common elm diseases, the Yarralumla Chinese Elm is an excellent choice for streetscapes, parks, and large residential gardens. Fast growing and relatively low maintenance, it makes an outstanding specimen or shade tree, providing beauty, structure, and lasting value to the landscape.
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Mature height
10–15 m
Mature width
8–12 m
Spacing
8–10 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Semi-evergreen to Deciduous (depending on climate)
Foliage
Glossy green foliage, yellow autumn foliage in cooler climates, mottled grey, green, orange and brown bark
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Late Summer to Early Autumn (small, inconspicuous flowers)
Sun tolerance
Full Sun
Maintenance
Low; prune as required during dormancy to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Drought tolerant once established.
Root System
Deep, moderately spreading root system; generally less invasive than many other elm species but should still be planted away from buildings and underground services.