Zelkova serrata 'Flekova' - STDS 18-20 CM RB

Description
The Japanese zelkova 'Green Vase' (Zelkova serrata) is a slender, funnel-shaped tree that produces green-brown flowers. They appear from April to May. The Japanese zelkova 'Green Vase' also has pinnate, dark green leaves. Its bark is grey and scaly. In a sunny to semi-shady location with nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres and grows to a width of around 12 metres.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Zelkova serrata 'Flekova'.

Bulletpoints
* brown shoots * attractive orange-yellow autumn colouring * resistant to urban climates, wind-resistant, thermophilic

Leaves
The deciduous leaves of Japanese zelkova 'Green Vase' are dark green, pinnate, serrated. They are about 6 - 12 cm in size. Japanese zelkova 'Green Vase' turns bright orange-yellow in autumn.

Bark
Grey, scaly bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
United States.

Frost hardiness
The Japanese zelkova 'Green Vase' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Slender, funnel-shaped.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cut and saw wounds and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound sealant to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The green-brown flowers appear from April to May.

Use
Solitary

Shoots
The shoots of Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' are smooth, brown.

Root
Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' is a heartroot.