Background, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor Photographer: Steve Jacobs
Description
Notes
A moderately growing, deciduous tree, the Sawleaf Zelkova usually reaches a size 50'-60' high and as wide. Its 2"-3" leaves are elm-like, with a size that is 1/2" long and 1.5" wide. The fall foliage color ranges from yellow to red shades.
Planting: 1. Dig a hole 1" less the depth and 2 times the width of the container. 2. Fill hole with water, let soak. 3. Set root ball in hole. 4. Fill hole halfway with native soil and water. 5. Finish back filling hole, build basin and water.