Burnley Select Chinese Elm - Ulmus parvifolia ‘Burnley Select’

Burnley Select Chinese Elm is a premium deciduous tree chosen for its strong upright form, dense canopy, and refined appearance. It delivers excellent shade, seasonal beauty, and long-term reliability in both residential and landscape settings.

🌱 Why Gardeners Love Burnley Select Chinese Elm

✔ Strong upright structure - Creates a clean, architectural silhouette ideal for avenues.
✔ Dense summer canopy - Provides generous shade during warmer months.
✔ Attractive bark and foliage - Develops character as it matures with subtle texture.
✔ Seasonal colour interest - Foliage shifts to warm tones before leaf drop.
✔ Reliable long-term performer - Tough, adaptable, and well suited to Australian conditions.

🏡 How to Use Burnley Select Chinese Elm in Your Garden

✅ Avenue planting - Perfect for driveways, streetscapes, and estate-style rows.
✅ Feature tree - Makes a strong focal point in large gardens and open lawns.
✅ Shade tree - Ideal for creating cool, usable outdoor spaces.
✅ Urban landscapes - Well suited to parks, commercial sites, and public areas.

Easy Planting & Care Guide

• Spacing: Allow 5 to 7m between trees for feature planting. For avenue planting, even spacing creates a powerful visual effect, so purchasing multiple trees together is encouraged.

• Best Planting Time: Can be planted year-round, best season is autumn or winter.

• Mulching & Fertilising: This tree establishes well without mulching or fertiliser, making it a low-maintenance, long-term landscape choice.

❔ FAQs About Burnley Select Chinese Elm

Is Burnley Select suitable for avenue planting?
Yes, it is specifically selected for uniform growth and strong upright form.

Does this tree lose its leaves in winter?
Yes, it is deciduous and regrows fresh foliage each spring.

How large does Burnley Select Chinese Elm grow?
It matures into a medium to large tree, ideal for shade and structure.

Is it difficult to maintain?
No, it is low maintenance once established and requires minimal ongoing care.

Is this a good long-term landscape tree?
Yes, it is durable, visually refined, and valued for its longevity.

🌿 Ready to Transform Your Garden?

Create the perfect landscape now - this premium Chinese Elm is highly sought after and ready to plant.