Ulmus parvifolia, Chinese Lacebark Elm - Bonsai or Landscape This medium-sized deciduous tree will grow to 40-50? tall. Has a dense rounded crown and pendulous branching. Noted for it's excellent foliage and multi-colored bark. Mottled bark flakes, revealing patches of cream, orange, brown, green and grey. Fast growing and has good resistance to Dutch elm disease, Japanese beetle and elm leaf beetle . It's small leaves makes it an excellent bonsai choice. Also used as a.... Shade Tree Specimen tree in the landscape. Sidewalk tree Plant in full sun. Likes moist, well-drained, soil. USDA hardiness zones: 5B through 10A Ships with leaves throughout spring/summer and without leaves fall/winter. *Pots may be removed prior to shipping. Free Shipping to most locations. We cannot ship to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote without a freight surcharge. If your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout. All plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Let us know upon arrival if you have any concerns regarding your plant's condition. Please message us prior to placing your order if you have any questions. 10/24