Key Characteristics
• Mature Size: 60–70 ft tall | 45–55 ft wide
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• Form: Upright vase-shaped with broad canopy
• Fall Color: Yellow
• Lifespan: 60+ years with proper care
Planting & Care Considerations
• Full sun required for best structure and growth
• Needs ample space for mature canopy development• Deep, consistent watering during establishment
• Early structural pruning improves long-term form
Why The Valley Forge Elm Works on the Front Range
• Exceptional resistance to Dutch elm disease
• Strong tolerance of wind, heat, cold, and urban stress
• Classic American elm form with improved durability
• Performs reliably in streetscapes and large landscapes
Common Problems
• Occasional elm leaf beetle feeding
• Leaf scorch during prolonged drought
• Generally very low disease pressure
Best Use Scenarios
• Large residential properties
• Streetscapes and boulevards
• Replacement for lost American elms
• Wind-exposed Front Range sites
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