Japanese Zelkova

Scientific Name
Zelkova serrata
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

<P>Russet fall color; bark peels and flakes giving a mottled appearance.</P>

Culture

Full sun; moist, well drained soil; pH adaptable;&nbsp;drought tolerant.

Notes

<P>Although this species is related to elms, it is not seriously troubled by many of the common elm problems (Dutch Elm Disease, elm leaf beetle and Japanese beetle).</P>

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
50.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
75.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Vase shaped with a short trunk

Native Regions, Text

<P>Japan</P>

Soil Conditions
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
Image
Japanese Zelkova form
picID
3748
Image
Japanese Zelkova leaves
picID
3750
Image
Japanese Zelkova fall color
picID
3751
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
281