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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....
  • 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
  • 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
5m (16ft)
Tall Shrub - guide for size not form Average Person
  7m (23ft)
 

Buy Varieties of ZELKOVA

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ZELKOVA serrata

ZELKOVA serrata

Japanese zelkova, Keaki

large tree of wide spreading habit with serrated leaves and good autumn colour

 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant - UK Delivery Only Gift-wrapping available
£25.00 each 
Gift Wrapping available on this plant
ZELKOVA sinica

ZELKOVA sinica

Chinese zelkova

multi-coloured flaking bark

 
£35.00 each 

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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Afterplant - Grow Your Own
AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
Only £8.00

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Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00

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Rootgrow Ericoid mycorrhizal fungi
This specially adapted Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi will boost the growth of acid-loving plants like rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers and blueberries. It contains ericoid and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi, which are found in poor acidic soils where ericaceous plants naturally grow.
Only £7.50

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All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

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