Also going by the names White Elm, Soft Elm, Water Elm, or Common Elm, this medium to large deciduous tree typically grows 60 to 80 feet tall with a vase-shaped, broad-rounded crown. This handsome tree serves as a larval host for a number of butterfly species, and both its seeds and leaf buds are eaten by birds. It thrives in full sun to partial shade, and in moist, fertile soils. Once a very common American forest and street tree admired for its stately habit, the vast majority of American Elms were devastated by the introduction of Dutch elm disease in the 1930s. Ask your nursery about disease-resistant American Elm varieties.
These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services
In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.
27 Fishermans Cove Rd., Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
stjohnsaudubonsociety@gmail.com Visit siteFind local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.
1690 A1A South, St. Augustine, FL 32080
(904) 471-0440
1660 County Road 13A South, Elkton, FL 32033
(904) 692-3927
4157 Ortega Boulevard, Jacksonville, FL 32210
(904) 388-9851
150 Chiappini Farm Road, Hawthorne, FL 32640
(800) 293-5413
137 Sunnyside Drive, Hawthorne, FL 32640
(352) 481-0038
Shop trusted online vendors for your home or wholesale project. Many offer shipping across regions, so check availability and delivery timelines before ordering.
11303 Florida 33, Groveland, FL 34736
(407) 948-8980
6202 Wesconnett Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32244
(904) 315-8519
12501 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32246
(904) 996-0712
1690 A1A S, St. Agustine, FL 32080
(904) 471-0440
902 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, FL 32080
(904) 829-5909
3001 Citrus Drive, Edgewater, FL 32141
(321) 355-8299
PO Box 9366, Lee, FL 32059
(850) 973-4688
P.O. Box 776, Crescent City, FL 32112
(352) 988-8117
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Doing a little prep and research before you go to the nursery will save headaches and ensure you build the best habitat possible.
Bird-friendly landscaping provides food, saves water, and fights climate change.
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