Bosque® Elm
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Bosque® Lacebark Elm PP #11,295 Predictions seldom ring true, however, in the case of Lacebark Elm, the bull's-eye has been hit. In 1988, Tree Introductions made a quantum leap of faith that the elm species, with breeding and selection for superior characteristics, would revolutionize the shade tree industry. The first salvo was a direct "hit" with the Allee® ('Emer II' P.P. #7552), now the most widely grown and marketed patented elm. The quest for elm shade tree perfection is still in the embryonic stages, however, the integration of successful propagation techniques, field production improvements, landscape evaluation, and marketing have tickled the consciousness of all who love and grow trees. With the magnificent vase-shaped, American Elm like habit of Allee® and the broad-rounded outline of Athena® ('Emer I' P.P. #7551), the next requirement was for an upright selection with a dominant leader. The triumvirate is now complete with the addition of Bosque® ('UPMTF' P.O. #11,295), found by Moon's Tree Farm, Loganville, GA, an exquisite, upright oval form with a central leader and uniform secondary branches that emerge at 60º angles (base) and 30º angles (top). Mature landscape size should approach 50-60' and 35-40' wide. The composite biological specimen is without parallel in the shade tree universe. Travel a step closer and the beautiful lustrous dark green leaves come into clear focus. Linger for a time and they turn subtle hues of golden yellow in autumn.
Bosque® has exhibited incredible heat and drought tolerance in the extreme summers of 1998-2000. Bosque® offers the complete package--unique upright oval habit, superb foliage, puzzle-like exfoliating bark, and landscape adaptability. As a street tree in narrow planting areas, parking lots, large planters, or anywhere the imagination travels, Bosque® Lacebark Elm will settle into a life of contented culture. ~ Dr. Michael Dirr
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6327 Ga. Hwy. 20 Loganville, Georgia 30052 Phone: (770) 554-6849 Fax: (770) 554-6852 E-Mail: info@moonstreefarm.com
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Ulmus parvifolia 'UPMTF'
With leaf abscission, the wonderful clean branching patterns become evident.
Also, the bark exfoliates to enhance rich shades of gray, orange-born, and green
when trunk diameter approaches three inches and greater. 
