Zelkova Tree

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Zelkova Identification

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Zelkova Tree Scientific Name: Zelkova serrata

Zelkova, Japanese

The Zelkova Tree will tolerate most soil types, including those with a pH to about 7.5 (not alkaline-tolerant), but prefers a moist deep loam. It is reportedly risky to transplant in the fall. Established trees are fairly drought-tolerant, requiring little irrigation unless located in sandy soil. It makes a wonderful street and shade tree and is almost pest free. The crowns will eventually grow together if trees are planted on 30-foot-centers, forming a wonderful shaded street.


Type of tree:
The Japanese Zelkova falls into the following type(s): Ornamental Trees, Shade Trees, Landscaping Tree, Street Tree
Mature Height:
The Japanese Zelkova grows to be 50' - 80' feet in height.
Mature Spread:
The Japanese Zelkova has a spread of about 50' - 75' at full maturity.
Spread Variations:

Growth Rate:
This tree grows at a medium growth rate.

Sun:
This zelkova does well in full sun, partial shade.


Soil:
The Japanese Zelkova grows in acidic, alkaline, drought tolerant, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, silty loam, well drained, wet, wide range soils.


Moisture:
The Japanese Zelkova can is fairly tolerant of all moisture conditions, but needs extra watering in sandy soil since it holds water poorly.


Shape:
This zelkova has vase shape.
Leaves:
The leaves of the Japanese Zelkova are slender and green. They turn wonderful shades of red and copper in the fall.


Flower Color:
The blooms on this tree are imperceptible.


Bloom Time:
This tree blooms in the early spring..


Fruit Description:
The fruit of the Japanese Zelkova is small and imperceptible.


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Additional Information
Attributes:
The Japanese Zelkova is makes a good street tree because of its dense shade, ability to grow in marginal soils and its resistance to pests and pollution.

Description:
The tree will tolerate most soil types, including those with a pH to about 7.5 (not alkaline-tolerant), but prefers a moist deep loam. It is reportedly risky to transplant in the fall. Established trees are fairly drought-tolerant, requiring little irrigation unless located in sandy soil. It makes a wonderful street and shade tree and is almost pest free. The crowns will eventually grow together if trees are planted on 30-foot-centers, forming a wonderful shaded street.

Wildlife Value:
The Zelkova has shown no proven benefits to wildlife.

History/Lore/Use:
This tree is also called the "Keaki" and was previously seen only in the large gardens of prominent collectors, but has recently been discovered as a street tree and is being planted more and more.

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