Elm Tree Variety:Cedar Elm especially before it establishes itself variegated varieties require more especially before it establishes itself after planting A tree with a good stout trunk and tough durable bark‚ it is a tree of such durability that it will resist the worst weather․The Red Sunset Maple is used as an ornamental tree for its symmetrical growth and colorful autumn foliage‚ and it is often planted as a garden or yard feature․ Red Sunset Maple may be grown as an ornamental in parks and alongside paths‚ or mixed with other plants and trees in a border․ Another useful multipurpose tree is the slippery elm (Ulmus rubra)‚ which grows to a height of 60 feet with a broad‚ open crown․ It has a stout dark bark․ These trees are easily identifiable and recognizable by hikers and walkers in the park․ The inner bark of the tree has been used in herbal medicine since antiquity for its demulcent properties․ The leaves are serrated and dark green‚ contrasting with the rough exterior of the bark․ The flowers are small and inconspicuous‚ clustered in groups during the spring months․ Slippery elm thrives in moist‚ fertile‚ well drained soil and attracts a variety of wildlife․ The seeds are eaten by many birds and the tree is hardy․ It makes a fine ornamental and useful tree for its flowers‚ seeds and wildlife value․ Ulmus parvifolia‚ the lace bark elm‚ lacebark elm‚ Chinese elm or zelkova‚ is a species of elm native to eastern Asia‚ where it is popular with arborists for its decorative bark‚ which peels off in thin sheets resembling lace‚ leaving the tree looking fine and detailed against a winter sky with bare branches․ The lace bark elm is a fast growing tree to 15 m (50 ft) in height‚ able to withstand urbanization‚ disease and pest damage․ In addition to being used as an ornamental tree in city parks and gardens‚ it also has yellow fall color․ The small‚ round seeds are a food source to many birds and mammals making this tree a good choice for those interested in planting a tree that is wildlife friendly․ Its ability to tolerate dry soil and compacted urban soils makes it a species well suited to difficult growing conditions․