Species Japanese zelkova

Japanese zelkova

Zelkova serrata 'Goblin'

Japanese zelkova is a delightful ornamental tree from East Asia. Its sweeping branches and spreading crown make it an attractive addition to any landscaped area. Its bark is smooth and grayish in color, with subtly serrated leaves that emerge an olive-green color in the spring and turn to a golden yellow in the fall. The tree's long-lasting, creamy white flowers appear in late spring and fill the landscape with their fragrant aroma. Its small but plentiful fruits provide a feast for local birds, and the seeds of the Japanese zelkova are a favorite with squirrels. Prune this tree to create a neat and well maintained look in any garden.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Average

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 8

Flowers:

Green Flowers In Spring

Sun:

Full sun, Part sun/part shade

Soil:

Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained

Fruits:

red,brown Fruits In Autumn Ready In

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Low

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Japanese Zelkova (Zelkova serrata 'Goblin') should be watered once a week with approximately 1 inch of water. During the summer months, water twice a week with 1 inch of water each time. During the winter months, reduce watering to once every 10 days, using 1/2 inch of water. Make sure the soil is moist but not soggy. If the soil is dry to the touch, it’s possible to give an extra half inch of water. Check the soil in the pot regularly to ensure your plant doesn't dry out.

sunlight

Japanese zelkova (Zelkova serrata 'Goblin') prefers bright, indirect light throughout the day. This means that it should be positioned somewhere that receives several hours of sunlight during the day, but try to avoid direct sunlight exposure as this can cause leaf scorch. It is best to provide the plants with moderate to bright light most of the day, but no more than 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight is necessary.

pruning

Japanese zelkova (Zelkova serrata 'Goblin') should be pruned in late winter or early spring before any new growth begins. Prune branches back to just a few inches from where it emerged from the trunk, or to an outward facing bud. Make clean, thin cuts just outside the branch collar to help the tree heal quickly. Avoid removing more than 1 third of the tree's overall canopy in each pruning session.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
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Dec
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Aug
Harvest Fruit

Starts Flowering

Hardiness Map

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