| Ulmus americana 'Minneapolis Park' | |
|---|---|
| Species | Ulmus americana |
| Cultivar | 'Minneapolis Park' |
| Origin | Minneapolis, US |
The American Elm cultivar Ulmus americana 'Minneapolis Park' was a selection made by the Minneapolis Park Department as being particularly suited to boulevard planting.
Description
The tree has a relatively high number of stiff, upright branches creating a broad pyramidal shape.[1]
Pests and diseases
'Minneapolis Park' was ultimately found to be very susceptible to Dutch elm disease.
Cultivation
First advertised for sale in 1958, but owing to its susceptibility [1] to disease it is unlikely the tree remains in cultivation. However, some authorities regard the tree as identical to 'Moline', an example of which survives at the Morton Arboretum.
Synonymy
- 'Minneapolis Park Board': Sherman Nursery, Charles City, Iowa, Wholesale Cat., Spring 1960.
References
- ^ Green, Peter Shaw (1964). "Registration of cultivar names in Ulmus". Arnoldia. Arnold Arboretum, Harvard University. 24 (6–8): 41–80. Retrieved 16 February 2017.