Zelkova crenata
Caucasian elm
A large, broadly upright tree normally with a short stout trunk and many erect branches. The neatly toothed, oval leaves are rich green, turning orange-brown in autumn. Flowers and fruit are green and insignificant
Size
Ultimate height
Higher than 12 metresTime to ultimate height
more than 50 yearsUltimate spread
Wider than 8 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green | |||
| Autumn | Brown Orange | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing or North–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Ulmaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Genus
Zelkova are large deciduous trees or shrubs with neatly serrate, ovate leaves and inconspicuous flowers and fruit; good autumn colour
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Caucasus
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in deep, fertile, moist soil and protect from cold, drying winds
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings from young plants in summer or by grafting in winter. Alternatively, propagate by seed (sown outdoors) in autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Low Maintenance
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to horse chestnut scale insects
Diseases
May be susceptible to Dutch elm disease, bacterial canker and honey fungus (rarely)
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