Ulmus parvifolia 'King's Choice'

Ulmus parvifolia 'King's Choice'
SpeciesUlmus parvifolia
Cultivar'King's Choice'
OriginMaryland, USA

The Chinese Elm cultivar Ulmus parvifolia 'King's Choice', patented in 1985, is one of the early American selections best known for its winter hardiness, being able to withstand temperatures of -30 degrees Celsius. It was originally selected for its "outstanding growth (22 feet at 7 years)".