Estimation of landscaping of types and forms of the genus Ulmus L. and the usage in decoration in the Right-Bank Forest-Steppe of Ukraine

Abstract

The current state of plantations involving plants of Ulmus L. in Uman is analyzed; taxonomic composition of species and their cultivars is defined. Characteristic of decorative features of species diversity of Ulmus genus growing in terms of Right-Bank Forest-Steppe of Ukraine is showed. Dynamics of decorativeness during the year and comprehensive decorativeness of plants to wider use in landscaping are determined. It is found that conditions of Right-Bank Forest-Steppe of Ukraine contribute decorativeness of species and cultivars of Ulmus genus which confirms the high overall annual indicator. The highest decorativeness of representatives throughout the year is indicated from April to October. All studied species and forms of Ulmus cultivated on the territory of Right-Bank Forest-Steppe of Ukraine may be widely used in various types of plantations.