Zelkova serrata
Sawleaf Zelkova
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'
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:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.