Drake Elm trees are a quick-growing elm tree that naturally develops a dense, rounded, umbrella shaped canopy. Drake Elm is very popular to plant at schools and businesses. Drake Elms also drops its foliage in the fall. Drake Elms relatively fine texture sets it apart from other landscape plants with less refined foliage. Drake Elm is a relatively low maintenance tree, and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. (USDA Zones 6-9)