Elm, Discovery

Discovery elm (Ulmus 'Discovery') is a hybrid elm cultivar that is known for its tolerance to Dutch Elm Disease and its attractive, vase-like shape. It typically grows to a height of 40 to 50 feet with a spread of 25 to 35 feet at maturity.

The tree has a dense, upright growth habit with an oval to rounded crown. Its glossy green foliage emerges early in the spring and turns yellow in the fall, adding to its ornamental appeal. Discovery elm also produces small, inconspicuous flowers in the spring, followed by samaras (winged seeds) in the summer.

Discovery elm is tolerant of a wide range of soil types and growing conditions, and prefers full sun to partial shade. It is also resistant to pests and diseases, including Dutch Elm Disease, which has decimated many elm populations in North America.

Due to its tolerance to Dutch Elm Disease and its attractive shape and foliage, Discovery elm is a popular choice for street plantings, parks, and other public spaces, as well as for home landscapes.