Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 50–60 ft tall | 35–45 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Form: Upright oval with graceful arching branches
• Fall Color: Yellow
• Lifespan: 60+ years with proper care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Full sun preferred for best structure
• Requires adequate space for mature canopy
• Deep, consistent watering during establishment
• Structural pruning when young improves longevity
Why The Accolade Elm Works on the Front Range
• Excellent resistance to Dutch elm disease
• Very tolerant of wind, heat, and cold
• Adapts well to alkaline soils and urban conditions
• Strong branch structure with classic elm form
Common Problems
• Occasional elm leaf beetle activity
• Leaf scorch during extreme drought if under-watered
• Generally low disease pressure compared to older elms
Best Use Scenarios
• Large residential yards
• Streetscapes and parkways
• Windy Front Range sites needing durable shade
• Replacement for lost American elms
Great Western Tree Care
Larkspur, CO Location
Mon - Fri: 8a to 5p
9575 Spruce Mountain Rd
Larkspur, CO 80118
(720) 535-8769
Aurora, CO Location
Mon - Fri: 8a to 5p
10730 E Bethany Dr
Aurora, CO 80014
(303) 913-7749