Ulmus alata ~ Winged Elm size-30-g early maturing annual with a

early maturing annual with a heavy production of 6-8 oz fruits in 80 days

inconspicuous clusters of white summer flowers

while the upper stems gain bright red hues

glossy leaves instead of having the classic gold spots

and reblooms all season until frost

Ulmus alata ~ Winged Elm size-30-g early maturing annual with aWinged Elm is a native deciduous tree with upward arching branches forming a rounded crown, and small cork like wings on the branches. The serrated, rough dark green leaves with asymmetrical bases often turn an undistinguished dull yellow in fall. Inconspicuous reddish green flowers bloom in spring before the foliage and give way to papery wing like seed pods that mature mid spring. Grows best with full sun and rich, moist well drained soils.