385. Ulmus americana

Common name(s): American Elm, Water Elm, Soft Elm, White Elm

Plant type: deciduous large tree
Primary method of propagation: cutting
Alternate propagation method(s): seed

Propagation by Cuttings

Cutting type: stem tip
Time of year to take cuttings: summer
Cutting maturity: semi-hardwood
Rooting hormone : IBA TALC 3000 PPM
Rooting environment : intermittent mist
Soil temperature for best rooting : 65-85 degrees F
Time to rooting : 8-12 weeks

Propagation by Seed

Time of year to collect seed: spring
Time of year to sow seed: spring
Seed treatment : stratify 40F 2-3mo.
Preferred temperature for germination : 70-85 degrees F
Time required for germination : 2-4 weeks
Comment: Seeds may stay dormant until the second season.