Lacebark Elm (Ulmus parvifolia) is a medium-sized, hardy tree native to China, Korea, and Japan, known for its beautiful exfoliating bark, resistance to Dutch elm disease and urban pollution, and adaptability to various soil conditions. Its leaves are glossy green with serrated edges and turn yellow or purple-red in fall, and the tree grows to a rounded, graceful form.

• Leaves: Simple, alternate, glossy dark green with serrated margins. Leaves are asymmetrical at the base, with a smooth upper surface and a hairy lower surface 
• Flowers: Inconspicuous, reddish-green flowers appear in late summer
• Fruit: Small, papery, single-seeded samaras that mature in the fall
• Bark: The most distinctive feature, with mature trees shedding their bark to reveal a colorful mosaic of green, brown, orange, and red tones
• Size: Typically grows to a height of 40-50 feet, though some cultivars can reach 70 feet
• Growth Habit: A medium-sized tree with a graceful, rounded canopy and long arching branches
• Sun and Soil: Prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soils but is very adaptable and can tolerate a wide range of soil conditions, including clay
• Drought Tolerance: Highly resistant to drought and tolerant of urban conditions, air pollution, and poor soils