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Sawleaf Zelkova, Japanese Zelkova
Zelkova serrata

Climate Resiliency 2 out of 5 stars

Somewhat susceptible to Dutch Elm Disease. Several cultivars available with differing mature size and fall color. Accepts alkaline soils but does best in neutral to slightly acidic. Needs regular watering.

  • Plant type: Tree
  • Maintenance level: Medium, Low
  • Water requirement: High, Medium
  • Sun exposure: Full, Part Sun
  • Height range: 30–50 Feet
  • Width range: 30–50 Feet
  • Canopy value: 530 ft²
  • Growth rate: Medium
  • Seasonal habit: Deciduous
  • Flower color: Green
  • Flower season: Spring
  • Fruit color: Brown
  • Fruit season: Autumn
  • General foliage color: Green
  • Fall foliage color: Brown, Yellow, Red, Orange
  • Hardiness cold tolerance: -16 °F
  • Soil preference: Sand, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Well Drained
  • Native location: Japan, Taiwan eastern China, and southern Korea
  • PH preference: Acidic, Alkaline/Basic, Neutral, Not Particular
  • Sunset zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21
  • USDA hardiness zone: 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

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