Cedar Elm Pioneer

Cedar Elm Pioneer is a Texas native shade tree prized for its toughness, adaptability, and classic good looks. With a mature height of 50 feet and a spread of 40 feet, it forms a dense, rounded canopy that provides excellent shade. Its glossy, dark green leaves turn golden yellow in the fall, bringing seasonal interest to the landscape. With its fast growth rate and durability, it’s often chosen for streetscapes, parks, and large yards where dependable shade is essential.

• Deciduous tree
• Fast growth rate with a broad, rounded canopy and glossy green leaves
• Golden-yellow fall foliage
• Extremely tolerant of heat, drought, and urban soils
• Excellent shade tree for large spaces

Plant Cedar Elm Pioneer in full sun with well-drained soil. Highly adaptable, Cedar Elm tolerates drought, poor soils, pollution, and urban conditions, making it a reliable performer in both residential and commercial settings. Hardy in USDA zones 6 through 9, it’s a strong, dependable shade tree for Texas landscapes.