The Ulmus minor, known as the field elm, is a species native to Europe, southwest Asia, and northern Africa. It is a deciduous tree that can grow up to 30 meters in height. This species is essential in organic farming and permaculture because of its various uses. The tree is not only ornamental, but it's also used in supplemental irrigation plans due to its moderate water demands. The elm is a nitrogen fixer, improving the soil's fertility and promoting healthier plant growth around it. Elm's timber is durable under water, making it an ideal choice for rural crafts and construction such as fencing, furniture, and wheels. It's also a decent firewood, producing a good level of heat. Furthermore, field elm is known for its resistance to wind, thus used as windbreak fencing in agroforestry systems.
Growing Details
Field Elm prefers light, well-drained soil with a pH of neutral to alkaline. Not fussy about soil type and can handle urban pollution, making it a sustainable choice for urban farming.
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Tags
Nitrogen Fixing Hedge Carbon Farming Attracts Wildlife Fire Wood Building Wood Windbreak Bee Friendly Visual Appeal Easy Propagating
Range (Based on GBIF Data)
The map shows known occurrence points of <strong>Ulmus minor</strong> recorded in scientific biodiversity databases.
Source: <a href="https://www.gbif.org" target="_blank">GBIF.org</a> โ Global Biodiversity Information Facility
Location & Timing
native geo location: Europe, W Asia
applicable geo region: Temperate zones worldwide
language used: english
Flowering:
end
of March for 21 days
Harvest:
beginning
of October for 30 days
Seed Start:
end
of October
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Uses & Benefits
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edible uses: None.
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medicinal uses: Bark of the Field Elm has been used in traditional medicine for its astringent properties.
health concerns: None.
other uses: The wood is hard and strong, used in carpentry and to make farm implements.
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Botanical data
specie: Ulmus minor
common names:
family: Ulmaceae
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genus: Ulmus
Growing Conditions
area needed: 10.0 m
spacing: 8.0 m
grow time (non perennials): None days
growing difficulty: Medium
Deciduous / Evergreen: Deciduous
Seed Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 20ยฐC / 10ยฐC / 30ยฐC
Plant Temp (Opt/Min/Max): 15ยฐC / -20ยฐC / 30ยฐC
water demands: Medium
humidity:
light demands: Medium
root type: Deep
frost tender: Low
hardness:โโโโโโโโโโ(5/10)
first harvest: 5 years
life span: None years
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max height: None m
max width: None m
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growth details: Field Elm prefers light, well-drained soil with a pH of neutral to alkaline. Not fussy about soil type and can handle urban pollution, making it a sustainable choice for urban farming.
Potential Disturbances: Ulmus minor is affected by Dutch Elm Disease and experiences pressure from elm leaf beetles.
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