Caucasian Zelkova

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Zelkova carpinifolia
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 Caucasian Zelkova
Habit: deciduous tree
Height: 20-35m
Width: 1-2.3m trunk diameter
Lifespan: perennial
Origin: Caucasus and Elburz Mountains
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Exposure: full sun
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Hardiness: hardy
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USDA Zones: 5-9
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Without pruning can have several trunks. Tree has round-head and upright branches. Bark is grey-brown. Branch tips level or rarely weeping. New stems are downy, and leaves are serrated and have conspicuous veins underneath. Flowers give off pleasant scent.

More information about this species can be found on the genus page.

Cultivation

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References

  • Flora: The Gardener's Bible, by Sean Hogan. Global Book Publishing, 2003. ISBN 0881925381

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