Ulmus 'Rosehill'
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| Ulmus hybrid | |
|---|---|
| Hybrid parentage | U. pumila × U. rubra |
| Cultivar | 'Rosehill' |
| Origin | USA |
Ulmus 'Rosehill' is an American hybrid cultivar originally raised by the Rose Hill Nurseries of Kansas City, Missouri, from a selection of Ulmus pumila (female parent) × Ulmus rubra seedlings made in 1951.
Description
'Rosehill' was described as slightly slower growing than its sibling 'Willis', but carrying a heavier crown, with good branching and attractive foliage.[1]
Pests and diseases
No information available.
Cultivation
The tree was later marketed by the Willis Nursery Co. of Ottawa, Kansas.[2] It is not known whether 'Rosehill' remains in cultivation, or if it was ever introduced to Europe or Australasia.
Synonymy
- 'Boulevard': Rosehill Gardens, (Kansas, Missouri), Cat. Spring 1960.
