2012 Urban Tree – Ulmus x Accolade (‘Morton’) – Upright, spreading habit similar to American Elm, this hybrid Elm shows resistance to Dutch elm disease, elm leaf beetles and leaf miners.  Glossy dark green foliage / golden yellow fall color / 70’ tall x 40-50’ wide / fast grower / adapts to many soil conditions / heat and drought resistant.   -Chosen by the Society of Municipal Arborists / www.urban-forestry.com