Question From:
Sarah in Magill, Adelaide SA
Nature of problem:
Is it possible to pot grow a Golden Elm tree?
Type of Plant (if known):
Golden Elm
Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
NA
Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
NA
How often do you water the plant:
NA
How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
NA
What type of plant is it:
Golden Elm
How long since you planted it:
2 Months
Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
NA
Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoors
Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Pot
What other treatments have you given the plant:
NA
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Other Comments:
I have been given a Golden Ash tree, transplanted from a friend who doesn’t have the space for it.
I know the tree grows quite large, and although I love the look of it, I have to leave space for our fruit trees. We have the elm planted in a temporary pot at present, and it has sprouted its summer growth. What I’m wondering is if it’s possible to permanently grow the elm in a large pot? Or does it definitely have to be planted in ground? How much space do I need to allow for its full growth in ground? I am happy to create a “dwarf” version in a pot.
Thanks
Answer: Hi Sarah,
You can keep a Golden Elm in a pot for 20 years or more. Get a pot no less than a wine cask in size, some premium quality potting mix and fertilise each Spring. Don
