Photo of Zelkova serrata 'Ogon' form by Karl Gercens III

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Zelkova serrata 'Ogon'

Also Known As

  • Ogon Japanese Zelkova

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'
  • W: 40'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Zelkova serrata 'Ogon' plant details

Zelkova serrata 'Ogon' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with gold foliage. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zelkova serrata 'Ogon'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: ulmaceae
Foliage: deciduous gold
Mature size: 40 FT wide, 40 FT tall
Uses: distinctive bark, fall color, serrated leaves

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zelkova serrata 'Ogon'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Eye-catching yellow spring foliage turns to a nice yellow-green by mid-summer but the yellow-orange stems retain their striking color even through winter on this handsome 40' tree; from Barry Yinger, Brookside Garden. S/M
While the new growth is bright yellow at emergence and amber throughout summer the twigs in winter are the real standout. They are arrayed in brilliant yellow as the older bark is golden rather than the typical grey. Vigor is not diminished in this cultivar, 40 ft.
Rich yellow new growth and yellow fall color. Even the bark is a golden yellow. Very nice.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Zelkova serrata 'Ogon' plant

How to Grow Zelkova serrata 'Ogon'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • gold
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 50'-80'

Width: 50'-80'

  • sun
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-8b

Size

Height: 12'-15'

Width: 15'

  • sun - mostly sun
  • even moisture
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Plant Type

Tree

Zones

5a-9b

Size

Height: 45'

Width: 30'

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 40'-45'

Width: 25'-30'

  • sun
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