Bees in a Chinese Elm (Ulmus parvifolia)
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Comments (2)Hmmmm - if these trees are volunteers, it's at least AS likely, and probably MORE likely they are actually U pumila, rather than U parvifolia. Pumila (zone 3) is much hardier than parvifolia (zone 5). The shed: It's not that temperatures might get low, or below freezing in a shed, it's >how low WILL they go? IOW, frozen soil won't kill them, but soil temperatures lower than they are genetically programmed to withstand WILL. In their natural range, they never see 6" (deep) soil temperatures much below 25*, so they will probably not tolerate actual soil temperatures much below 15-20*. If your shed is tight & not riddled with holes so the shed is effectively able to trap and hold geothermal heat rising through the floor, you're prolly in good shape, but if the shed allows lots of air infiltration so that the temperature is pretty much the same as ambient air temps, I'd say you're in trouble. Lack of light is not an issue for dormant deciduous trees until they wake in spring. Do you have a spot where you could bury the container and mulch until it's time to leave? I would choose that option, or an attached, unheated garage before I would opt for the shed. Al...See MoreChinese Elm what's the difference
Comments (4)I have 4 Giant Siberian elms in my yard~Ulmus Pumila. They are all over 100 years old. Huge trees. For your zone Go with the Chinese Elm, Drake!~Ulmus Parvifolia Drake. It is more fit to your area. There barks are differentas well as there Leaves and there size are different. Drake is also less invasive as well. Ulmus Parvifolia can be used as Bonzi trees. Google each name to get a better understanding of each tree. Hope this helps....See MoreFicus Nitida and Chinese elm (evergreen elm)
Comments (13)Actually, I've heard stories of the ficus root systems lifting concrete driveways here in Phoenix. I intensely dislike those trees, for a number of reasons: First and foremost, they're water hogs. And if they don't get the water they want, that's when you get the wandering roots. Second, they are frost sensitive - many people ended up with dead or misshapen trees when we had the one cold night around New Years two years ago (and a particular nursery that promotes them heavily does not extend their warranty for frost). An established tree is not going to die, but you can count on having to cover it for any frost warnings for the first two winters. Third, their canopy is very dense- almost nothing will survive under it that needs sunlight - most grass will not. Fourth - these are *big* trees. Visit ASU's campus if you haven't seen a full grown one - they're right beside the ped bridge on University. They have a canopy that is 60-80' across. It'll take a few years for them to reach that size, but that's a lot of pruning that will have to be done to keep it in control, unless you have a fairly large yard. I wouldn't put it next to a pool, not only for the roots, but because it drops berry-sized fruits. Any 'evergreen' tree means that it doesn't drop all of its leaves at once, but will continue to drop them throughout the year. The Chinese Elm is an attractive tree, typically with a weeping form and interesting bark (some cultivars are called 'Lacebark Elms'). GT is right - I have no idea how it got the name evergreen. You also have to be careful about over-watering them, we lost one that was on a sprinkler watered lawn, it broke in a monsoon. These also get really tall, but not with the spread of the Ficus. Seriously, if I had a pool, I'd probably put a shade structure (pergola, patio, whatever) rather than a tree, but I know just about everyone does. Okay, enough for one night!...See MoreUlmus Parvifolia REALLY NEED HELP
Comments (12)With temperature it should be fine outside. You can shelter it from freezing by putting it in a large pot soil so that the roots do not freeze. It will do better outside in general. Can you find any of these where you live: crushed brick, lava rock, pumice, perlite etc, crushed granite? You need particle size in the 1/16 to 1/4 inch range to make a decent bonsai soil. Keeping plants alive in a small bonsai pot takes some practice. It will be too wet when the plant is not growing and too dry when it is growing fast. And stop spraying neem for now. I think the main problem is root rot and not enough light. Instead use a hose to spray the bugs off the plant. And keep it outside....See MoreAegis
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