5 AMERICAN WINGED ELM TREES.
AKA CORK OR WAHOO TREES.
BEAUTIFUL ORNAMENTAL SHADE TREES.
DISTINCT CORK WINGED LIMBS.
SMALL SAW TOOTH LEAVES.
APPROXIMATELY 1/2 FOOT TALL PLANTS.
SHIPPED BARE ROOT.
DORMANT in winter (no leaves).

DIRECTIONS:
Soak roots in water for 24 hours. Transplant
into rich potting soil in a large pot (gallon
size or larger). Soil line is about 2 inch
above the roots. Water well then keep the
soil moist but not saturated (well drained).
Keep in bright indirect sunlight until
established (at least 2 months) then move
gradually into full sun. Outside planting is
best in the late fall while they are dormant
or in early spring after all chance of frost
and plants are well established. If your soil
is poor, mix it half and half with potting soil.
Use a tree and shrub fertilizer after
established according to package directions.

DESCRIPTION:
The Winged Elm, Sometimes called "Cork or Wahoo Elm" has showy cork-like "wings" growing on the branches. These distinct wings can grow up to inch thick. The winged branches arch upward an give the tree much visual character even in winter after it has shed it's leaves. Typically, Winged Elms grow to a height of 30 to 40 feet with a truck diameter of up to 2 feet wide. They grow in a pyramidal to vase shape and are a considerably beautiful ornamental shade tree.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Scientific Name: Ulmus alata
Common Names: Winged Elm, Cork, or Wahoo
Foliage: Deciduous
Mature Height: 40'
Mature Spread: 30'
Soil Requirments: clay; loam; sand; acidic; alkaline
extended flooding; well-drained
Adaptible, Various
Bark: Exotic, Corky Winged
Water Use: Medium
Light Requirement: Part Shade to Full Sun
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-9
Growth Rate: Medium
Drought Tolerance: High
Flood Tolerance: Extended Flood Tolerant