English Elm
Ulmus Procera

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Once the towering guardian of hedgerows and village greens, the English Elm is a tree of legacy and loss. Its Latin name, procera, means “tall” or “noble”—fitting for a species that once dominated the landscape of Britain and Europe.

Recognised for its furrowed bark, arching branches, and serrated leaves, the English Elm was widely valued for both its beauty and its timber, which resisted splitting and was favoured for furniture and shipbuilding. However, the species was devastated by Dutch elm disease in the 20th century, with only scattered mature trees remaining.

Today, many of those that persist do so through root suckers, and efforts are underway to re-establish resistant varieties. At Mona Farm, we honour the elm as a symbol of resilience and a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between nature and history.

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