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ZELKOVA

In the elm family, more resistant to Dutch elm disease and used as a substitute.

Genus of about 6 species of deciduous, monoecious or hermaphrodite trees growing in scrub and woodland.

Further Reading....

Zelkova - Growing Guide

Deciduous
Ovate, thick-textured, glossy, dark green leaves to 2.5cm (1in) long with up to 6 or 7 teeth on either side. They turn from yellow to orange-brown in autumn
White
Height
5m (16ft)
Spread
7m (23ft)
Tall Shrub
Or small tree. Spreading, bushy-headed with white-hairy young shoots
Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
Full sun
Partial shade

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Additional Features

	Good to know	Syn. Z. cretica. Much smaller than Z. serrata and suitable for smaller gardens
	Pests & Diseases	Bacterial canker, horse-chestnut scale
	Place of origin	Greece (Crete)
	Resistant to honey fungus	These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.

Garden Location/Conditions

Suitable for small gardens

Hardiness

Fully hardy

Pruning group

Pruning group 1

Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

Scented Plants

Scented flowers

Seasonal Interest

Autumn

Soil Conditions

Fertile moist well-drained soil

Tree Shape

Rounded to broadly spreading

Zelkova - Growing Guide