Botanical Name: Zelkova serrata
Common Name: Sawleaf zelkova Type of Plant: dicot: tree Character deciduous Habit of Growth: Overall Shape an erect, mostly single-trunked plant, with ascending branches, forming a vase-shaped silhouette; smaller branches form a rounded canopy Height 30-60' (80') Spread 3/4 to equal Growth Rate rapid Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun preferred; tolerates partial Soil tolerates most Hardiness hardy (zones 3-21); thrives in area with distinct seasons Morphology: Leaves pinnate, alternate, ovate to oblong; blades have an acuminate apex, margins coarsely serrate (resemble elm leaves) Flowers inconspicuous, unisexual, clustered in the leaf axils; spring Fruit a one-seeded drupe; rather flat and circular, not winged Propagation: seed (stratify) Usage: a fast-growing shade tree - best for larger landscape areas; suitable for use as lawn or street tree; good for rustic style Landscape Care: Watering regular preferred; deep watering encourages deeper root growth Fertilizing little is required after established Pruning head high and develop strong primary framework; thin Pests/Diseases relatively free; may get spider mites Special Conditions/Other Origin: China/Japan Family: Ulmaceae Notes: |
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