Scientific Name
Eucommia ulmoides

Common Name
Hardy rubber tree

Hardiness Zones: 5-7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: Moderate
Site Requirements: Sun; range of soil types; drought tolerant
Texture: Medium
Form: Elm like ascending branches; rounded to board spreading form; low branching
Height: 40 to 60’
Width: 40 to 60’
Leaf: 3 to 8" alternate, simple leaves; lustrous dark green; nonshowy fall color
Flower/Fruit: Nonshowy flowers; 1 to 1.7" winged nuts
Comments: Easy to transplant; adaptable tree; does not tolerate wet feet
Cultivars: --
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