Murray's Form Chinese Elm - Ulmus parvifolia 'Murray's Form'

Murrays Form Chinese Elm Ulmus parvifolia 'Murrays Form'

One of the most refined deciduous specimens available in advanced stock, Murrays Form Chinese Elm delivers an exceptional canopy structure with architectural presence from day one. Its distinctive weeping-vase form, lustrous semi-deciduous foliage, and exfoliating patterned bark make it a standout choice for prestige landscapes demanding year-round visual interest.

Why Murrays Form Chinese Elm

Form and Structure: A pronounced weeping-vase habit with gracefully arching branches, sculptural without effort.
Ornamental Bark: Exfoliating bark reveals a mosaic of grey, green, and orange tones, providing striking winter interest when the canopy thins.
Canopy Quality: Dense, glossy foliage delivers reliable shade through warmer months with a refined, fine-textured appearance.
Climate Adaptability: Performs across a broad range of Australian climates, tolerant of heat, drought, and frost once established.
Advanced Availability: Supplied as large, nursery-trained specimens ready to deliver immediate canopy, scale, and impact on installation day.

Ideal Applications

Residential Feature Tree: A commanding single specimen for high-visibility positions on prestige properties, courtyards, arrival forecourts, or open lawns.
Avenue Planting: Consistent form and reliable structure make it well-suited to formal avenue or boulevard installations at scale.
Commercial Landscapes: Widely used in civic and commercial projects where canopy, longevity, and low maintenance are non-negotiable.
Poolside and Entertaining Areas: Filtered shade and a non-invasive root system support use in structured outdoor living spaces.

Specimen & Installation

Spacing (feature/avenue): 8–12m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring
Soil & Drainage: Adaptable to most well-drained soils including clay, loam and sandy; tolerates mild drought once established
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two years to encourage deep root development. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.

Plant Details

Height: 10–15m
Width: 8–12m
Growth Rate: Fast
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: China, Japan, Korea
Flower Colour: Insignificant