Cedar Elm (Ulmus crassifolia) is a fast-growing, medium to large deciduous shade tree native to the Southern U.S. and Mexico, known for its drought tolerance, ability to grow in various soils, small rough leaves, and golden-yellow fall color. It is a tough, adaptable tree with a fast growth rate and is a good urban tree.

• Type: Deciduous, semi-evergreen, deciduous tree
• Height: 50 to 90 feet tall
• Spread: 40 to 60 feet
• Trunk: Often triangular, but can also be almost square or deeply scalloped
• Wood: Very strong
• Foliage: Small, rough, glossy green leaves with golden yellow fall color
• Flowers: Green, inconspicuous, and bloom in the fall
• Fruit: Oval samaras, which are eaten by birds and other wildlife
• Bark: Rough and corky
• Growth: Medium to fast