Elm

Elm trees are hardy and adaptable, medium to large sized deciduous tree with a vase or pyramidal shaped open growth habit. Elms are shade trees with round, serrated leaves and circular, papery seed cases called samaras. There are thirty-five deciduous or semi-deciduous species of elm trees across North America, Europe, and Asia. Elms can be useful street trees as it is hardy and adaptable to many soil types and conditions.