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Reflection Chinese Elm - Ulmus parvifolia ‘Reflection’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Reflection Chinese Elm - Ulmus parvifolia 'Reflection'
A cultivar selected for uniformity and form, Reflection Chinese Elm delivers a clean, symmetrical canopy and a refined upright silhouette that holds its structure across seasons. At advanced size, it reads immediately as a considered, high-calibre landscape choice.
Why Reflection Chinese Elm
Upright, symmetrical habit: Consistent form across specimens makes it the definitive choice for formal avenue and repetition planting.
Dense summer canopy: Reliable shade coverage with a fine-textured leaf that adds visual depth without visual weight.
Seasonal foliage interest: Warm tones before winter drop, fresh emergence in spring, genuine four-season presence.
Proven at scale: A trusted selection across commercial, civic, and prestige residential landscapes for its long-term consistency.
Low ongoing demands: Once established, it performs without intensive maintenance, making it a sound long-term investment.
Ideal Applications
Avenue and driveway planting: Uniform habit and predictable sizing produce structured, architecturally coherent rows.
Focal specimen: Advanced stock commands immediate presence as a standalone feature in open lawns or forecourts.
Shade canopy: Creates functional, usable outdoor space within a single growing season of installation.
Urban and commercial streetscapes: Performs reliably in high-visibility, high-expectation environments.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 6–10m
Planting Season: Autumn or spring
Soil & Drainage: Adaptable to a wide range of soils including clay, loam and sandy soils; tolerates both well-drained and moderately moist conditions; prefers good drainage
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two years to establish a strong root system, gradually reducing frequency as the tree matures. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 8–12m
Width: 6–10m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: China, Japan, Korea
Flower Colour: Insignificant
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
