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    Zelkova serrata 'Musashino'

    Also Known As

    • Musashino Japanese Zelkova

    Plant type

    tree

    size

    • H: 45'
    • W: 20'

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Zelkova serrata 'Musashino' plant details

    Zelkova serrata 'Musashino' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. Grows well with sun and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Zelkova serrata 'Musashino'

    Plant type: tree
    Plant family: ulmaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 20 FT wide, 45 FT tall
    Uses: fall color

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Zelkova serrata 'Musashino'

    USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: even moisture
    Resistant to: wind
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Deciduous tree with a narrow, upright vase shape. Green foliage turns yellow in the fall. Growth Rate fast

    By: Garden World

    A superior upright form and long a Japanese street tree, this large tree, 45' x 15' is destined to be seen in many cities throughout its range. Brilliant fall color as standard.

    By: Heritage Seedlings

    Vase shaped, but very narrow to 45'. Orange in fall. Zone 5.

    By: Whitman Farms

    Its narrowly upright vase-shaped habit makes this fine new cultivar (to 45' tall x a mere 20' wide) unique, as well as very useful. Sun/Med

    By: Forestfarm

    Has a narrow, vase-shaped growth habit and stunning foliage! Plant this as an artistic element in the landscape.

    By: Greer Gardens Inc.

    Gardening facts about Zelkova serrata 'Musashino' plant

    How to Grow Zelkova serrata 'Musashino'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zelkova serrata

    aka Japanese Zelkova

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 50'-80'

    Width: 50'-80'

    • sun
    • even moisture - drought tolerant
    Photo of Zelkova serrata form by Bruce Marlin
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    Zelkova serrata 'Ogon'

    aka Ogon Japanese Zelkova

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 40'

    Width: 40'

    • sun - mostly shade
    • even moisture - occasional
    Photo of Zelkova serrata 'Ogon' form by Karl Gercens III
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    Zelkova serrata 'Goshiki'

    aka Zelcova serrata 'Goshiki', Goshiki Japanese Zelkova, Goshiki Variegated Japanese Elm

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-8b

    Size

    Height: 12'-15'

    Width: 15'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • even moisture
    Photo of Zelkova serrata 'Goshiki' foliage by Karl Gercens III
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    Zelkova serrata 'Green Veil'

    aka Zelcova serrata 'Green Veil', Green Veil Japanese Zelkova

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 45'

    Width: 30'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Zelkova serrata 'Green Veil' form by Karl Gercens III
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    Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase'

    aka Green Vase Zelkova, Japanese Zelkova, Zelkova

    Plant Type

    Tree

    Zones

    5a-9b

    Size

    Height: 40'-45'

    Width: 25'-30'

    • sun
    • regular
    Photo of Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' by plant lust
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