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Zelkova serrata

Sawleaf Zelkova

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Jacobs

 

Description

A moderately growing deciduous tree, the Sawleaf Zelkova usually reaches a size 50-60' high and as wide. Its 2-3" leaves are elm-like, with a size that is 1/2" long and 1 1/2" wide. The fall foliage color ranges from yellow to red shades.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Width Range

25-40'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Dark Green, Red, Yellow

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Japanese, Ranch

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.