Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju' Small Leaf Chinese Elm Selected Size:1 gallon 'Riley' was introduced by Jeddeloh

'Riley' was introduced by Jeddeloh Farms in Oregon named after their granddaughter Riley Waters

especially as the red fruit hangs in long cluster strands that contrasts well against the darker green foliage

The midsummer flush is a spectacular apricot color over a soft green

'Compacta' is extremely slow growing

'Kurenai jishi' was brought into the United States in 2008

Ulmus parvifolia 'Seiju' Small Leaf Chinese Elm Selected Size:1 gallon 'Riley' was introduced by JeddelohUlmus parvifolia 'Seiju' Seiju Small Leaf Chinese Lacebark Elm Zones 4 9 Part Sun Full Sun Great For Bonsai 'Seiju' was found as a sport on 'Hokkaido' by Carl Young. 'Seiju' has the same tiny foliage(less than half an inch), but longer growth which makes it easy for wiring and training. 'Seiju' also responds very well to pruning, when it can back bud, even on the trunk. 'Seiju' develops a nice corky bark with age. 'Seiju' may reach 6 8 ft in height in