Prairie Expedition Elm

Ulmus americana 'Lewis and Clark'
Planted 2015

picture of entire tree Flashfire Sugar MapleThis tree was released in honor of the 200th anniversary of the Lewis and Clark expedition. This umbrella like tree has dark green spring foliage and an excellent resistance to Dutch Elm disease.

     Close up of leaf on Flashfire Sugar Maple  

     Close up of Flashfire Sugar Maple bark

Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
45 ft. 40 ft. 4 Slow Moderate

Leaf

Green leaves with five deep lobes and pointed edges.

Fruit

Not showy.

Flower

Not showy.

Advantages

Tolerate of heat and adaptable to different soil conditions.

Disadvantages

Does not tolerate much shade or soil compaction.