Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm

• Avenue Planting
• Street Tree
• Shade Tree
• Council or Civic Landscapes

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm works in an:

• Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
• Modern Garden – sleek, minimal, and design-led planting.
• Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
• Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm is an Semi Deciduous Tree

Mature Height: 8m - 12m Approximately

Mature Width: Up to 9 m

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 80 cm/year (Moderate to Fast).

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 80 cm/year (Moderate to Fast).

They are considered to have a:

• Fast Growth Rate

Is Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm frost tolerant?

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

• Subtropical QLD (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast)
• Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
• Sydney & Central Coast
• South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
• Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
• Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
• Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
• Gippsland (Latrobe Valley, East Gippsland)
• Adelaide Metro & Coastal
• Adelaide Hills & Barossa

Ulmus parvifolia ‘Todd’ does not produce ornamental flowers. Its small, inconspicuous blooms appear in late summer to autumn and are quickly followed by papery winged seeds. This cultivar is valued for its refined vase-shaped form, attractive mottled bark and glossy mid-green foliage rather than its flowering display.

Does Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm flower?

• Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

• Summer

Flower Type:

• Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

No

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm is Native to Derived from Ulmus parvifolia, native to China, Korea, and Japan. ‘Todd’ is a selected cultivar valued for its narrow, upright growth habit and reliable performance in urban landscapes.

Its dense canopy and fine branching provide excellent shelter and roosting spaces for small birds, while the foliage supports a range of beneficial insects that contribute to a healthy garden ecosystem. This makes Ulmus parvifolia ‘Todd’ a strong biodiversity-supporting choice for larger gardens and landscapes.

Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm will thrive best in:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Ulmus parvifolia ‘Todd’ performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to support moisture retention and long-term vigour. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged ground unless significantly improved, as these conditions can restrict root development and reduce canopy health. Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Ulmus parvifolia 'Todd' - Chinese Elm Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it requires regular deep watering to establish fully. Once established, Ulmus parvifolia ‘Todd’ shows strong drought tolerance, maintaining its canopy structure and foliage quality during warm, dry periods when planted in well-drained soil. It performs reliably with only occasional supplementary watering during extended heat.