Japanese Zelkova

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Zelkova serrata
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 Japanese Zelkova
Habit: deciduous tree
Height: 60-100ft (18-30m)
Width: 50ft (15m)
Lifespan: perennial
Origin: Japan, Taiwan, E China
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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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This species is cultivated widely. Crown spreads wide. Flaking bark shows different colors/textures. Leaves have fine hairs, heavy teeth and veins underneath, turning deep yellow and a medium chocolate brown in the fall.

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

Cultivation

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Propagation

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Pests and diseases

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Cultivars

  • 'Goblin' - 3 ft (0.9 m) high dwarf cultivar;
  • 'Green Vase' - vase-shaped form, brilliant green foliage;
  • 'Village Green' - fast-growing, rich green leaves.

Gallery

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References

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

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