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Zelkova (Zelkova serrata)

A medium growing vase shaped tree reaching 70-90’ at maturity. Drought and salt tolerant doing well in most soils. Very uncommon but a good alternative to the American Elm for its litter free and pest free disposition and adaptability to urban environments. Copper-orange to yellow in the autumn.

Common Problems:

Environmental:

Almost always grows multiple trunks and v-shaped branch unions. Should be structure pruned from the start and kept up with the first 20 years.

Diseases:

Canker susceptibility, especially when wounded on the trunk.

Pests:

None of significance

Cultivars:

Several available.

History and Use:

Not familiar with this tree. It is native to Japan and seems to be gaining popularity in the USA recently.