Does the elm tree grow leaves in autumn? Unveiling the mystery of elm tree growth in autumn.

In the fall, this season of harvest, the earth gradually dons a golden yellow cloak. For elms, whether they grow leaves in the fall has puzzled many people. Let's unveil this mystery and see if elms grow leaves in the fall.Leaf Growth Habits of ElmsElms, as common deciduous trees in China, exhibit distinct seasonality in leaf growth. Typically, elm leaves start growing in spring, reach their peak growth in summer, and by autumn, as temperatures gradually drop, the leaves turn yellow and fall off.Do Elms Grow Leaves in Autumn?Based on the leaf growth habits of elms, we can conclude that elms do not grow new leaves in the fall. This is because, as temperatures decrease, the physiological activities of elms slow down, inhibiting the growth of new leaves. In autumn, the leaves we see on elms are mainly the mature old leaves.Reasons for Elm Leaves Falling in AutumnThe main reason for elm leaves falling in autumn is the drop in temperature. When temperatures fall below a certain threshold, the physiological activities of elms are affected, causing leaves to turn yellow and fall off. The dry autumn climate also accelerates the evaporation of water from the leaves, causing them to lose vitality.Autumn Care for ElmsAlthough elms do not grow new leaves in autumn, maintenance work should not be overlooked. Here are some autumn care suggestions for elms:1. Keep the soil moist: As autumn temperatures drop, the rate of soil moisture evaporation slows down, but it is still necessary to keep the soil moist to help elms survive the cold winter.2. Fertilize: Autumn is the later stage of elm growth. Appropriate fertilization helps improve the cold resistance of elms.3. Clean up fallen leaves: Promptly cleaning up the fallen leaves under elms and maintaining the cleanliness under the trees is beneficial for the growth of elms.Elms do not grow new leaves in autumn but rather shed old leaves. Understanding the leaf growth habits of elms helps us better care for and manage them. In this season of harvest, let's pay attention to the growth of elms and add a touch of green to our beautiful家园.References:[1] Zhang Xiaodong, Li Ming. Elm Cultivation Techniques [J]. Botanical Garden, 2018, 37(2): 123-126.[2] Wang Rui, Liu Yang. Reasons for Elm Leaf Falling and Control Measures [J]. Botanical Garden, 2019, 38(3): 145-148.