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Posted 04/11/2023 in Tree

Zelkova serrata

A good shade tree that has an appealing vase-shaped form with a rounded crown. Green leaves turn yellow, copper, orange or deep red to purplish-red in fall, putting on a showy display. The peeling bark on older trees exposes orange patches, quite impressive.

Post Details

Latin Name
Zelkova serrata
Common Name
Japanese Zelkova
Planting Zone
Zone 5 Zone 6 Zone 7 Zone 8
Special Interest
Deer Resistant
Bloom Season
Spring
Height
50-80 ft
Spread
50-80 ft
Potential Pests
Phloem necrosis, wilts, and cankers

Plant Story

A good shade tree that has an appealing vase-shaped form with a rounded crown. Green leaves turn yellow, copper, orange or deep red to purplish-red in fall, putting on a showy display. The peeling bark on older trees exposes orange patches, quite impressive.

Special Care Instructions

Tolerant of urban conditions and some drought. Prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun.

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