Trees
Ulmus 'Patriot'
Patriot hybrid elm
Ascending branches create a relatively narrow, vase-shaped crown above boldly textured dark green foliage. This National Arboretum hybrid offers yellow autumn color and tolerance of Dutch elm disease. Allow room for a full-sized shade canopy despite its more upright branching habit.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Size
- Height: 50 ft. · Width: 40 ft.
- Water
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Hardiness
- USDA zone 4 minimum
Sizes & prices
- #15$274.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Landscape use & tree form
- Form
- Upright, narrow vase
- Use
- Shade tree; ornamental specimen
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Fruit / litter
- Small winged samaras disperse by wind.
- Major issues
- Elm leaf miners and Verticillium wilt remain possible despite Dutch elm disease resistance.
Resistance & tolerances
- Deer
- Mixed supplier ratings; do not rely on deer resistance in heavily browsed gardens.
- Drought
- Tolerates occasional drought after establishment.
- Wet soil
- Tolerates wet sites and occasional flooding; not permanent submersion.
- Disease
- Tolerant of Dutch elm disease and phloem necrosis; not immune.
Resistance is not a guarantee; deer and rabbits may browse any plant.
Native range
- Native range / parentage
- Garden hybrid; not a naturally occurring North American species.
Seasonal interest
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Fall color
- Yellow
Growing & care
- Pruning
- Prune during dormancy; avoid growing-season cuts that can attract elm bark beetles.
- Soil
- Adaptable to many soils, including clay and alkaline soil.
Sources & photo credits
University of Minnesota Extension
www.greatlakeslandscapesupply.com
Photo: USDA National Arboretum · Public domain
Image notes: Patriot hybrid elm photographed by the USDA National Arboretum; public-domain image resized from the original.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.