Zelkova
Zelkova spp.
Ulmus laciniata by Bruce Marlin (CC BY 3.0)
Partial Shade
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H6
RHS hardiness
-20°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
35m | Max | |
20m | Min |
Flowering
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spring
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summer
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autumn
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winter
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Zelkova Overview
Zelkova is a small genus containing around 6 deciduous shrubs and trees in the Elm family, Ulmaceae. Several species are now considered endangered in the wild where they are confined to a handful of Mediterranean islands, the Caucasus and parts of East Asia. When cultivated they are mostly grown as ornamental trees for their autumn foliage colour.
How to propagate Zelkova
Seed
Seed in autumn.
Special features of Zelkova
Attractive leaves
Autumn colour
Other uses of Zelkova
Grown for their foliage and habit and often planted as isolated specimens.