American Elm

American Elm is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow American Elm →

Benefits of Growing American Elm →

Common American Elm Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for American Elm →

American Elm prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

American Elm Water Frequency →

American Elm Root Rot →

American Elm requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

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American Elm is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

Is American Elm Edible? →

American Elm Toxicity to Cats →

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American Elm Toxicity to Humans →

American Elm is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for American Elm →

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When and How to Successfully Repot American Elm →

What Are Healthy American Elm Roots →

American Elm grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize American Elm →

American Elm grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

American Elm Lifecycle →

American Elm Size Guide →

How and When to Prune American Elm →

USDA Hardiness Zone
American Elm can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2b-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

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When to Plant American Elm →

How to Plant American Elm →

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Winter Care for American Elm →

Best Companion Plants for American Elm →

Is American Elm a Weed? →

The seeds of American Elm can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate American Elm →

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in American Elm, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

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What Eats American Elm? →

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• American Elm Leaves Falling Over →
• American Elm Leaves Curling →
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• American Elm Root Rot →
• Why Is My American Elm Wilting? →