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.
301 Riverlands Way, West Alton, MO 63386
(636) 899-0090
P.O. Box 1331, Columbia, MO 65205
columbia.missouri.audubon@gmail.com Visit siteP.O. Box 220227, St. Louis, MO 63122-0227
amy@stlouisaudubon.org Visit siteLocal and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.
2833 Manderly Drive, St. Louis, MO 63144
2833 Manderly Drive, St. Louis, MO 63144
Find in-person and online vendors for your home or wholesale project. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native stocks, and find out what services they offer.
16786 Brown Road, Elk Creek, MO 65464
(417) 967-2190
9814 Pleasant Hill Road, Jefferson City, MO 65109
(573) 496-3492
1011 N. Woodlawn, Kirkwood, MO 63122
(314) 965-3070
2832 Barrett Station Road, Manchester, MO 63021
(314) 821-2440
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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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