Tag Archives: Slippery Elm

Eastern Gray Squirrels and the Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra)

Posted on May 2, 2018 by B. W. Wells Association

Early blooming trees like Elms and Maples produce a bonanza of high energy seeds, greatly coveted by Eastern Gray Squirrels (Sciurus carolinensis).  Their frenetic activity high in the trees is a common sight in early spring.  In some areas, they appear … Continue reading →

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Winter Tree I.D. : A Few Easy Examples

Posted on February 15, 2018 by B. W. Wells Association

Winter identification of trees usually includes examining the bark, twigs and buds, and sometimes the general form of the tree in question.  Branching patterns are seldom used for identification, and are often either non-specific or common to a number of different trees.  The … Continue reading →

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Searching for the Elusive “Slippery” Elm – Ulmus rubra

Posted on January 13, 2018 by B. W. Wells Association

Slippery Elm (Ulmus rubra) is a common native tree in North Carolina, with most populations found in the Piedmont and Mountain regions.  Surprisingly, Slippery Elms do not appear on the plant lists from many of our major state parks.  This includes the Jordan … Continue reading →

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