Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase'

Also Known As

Green Vase Zelkova
Japanese Zelkova
Zelkova

Plant type

tree

size

H: 40'-45'
W: 25'-30'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' plant details

Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with bronze, green and red foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: ulmaceae
Foliage: deciduous bronze, green and red
Mature size: 25 FT - 30 FT - wide, 40 FT - 45 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, serrated leaves, vase-shaped

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A deciduous, upright, fast-growing tree with a vase-shaped structure. The dark green, fine textured foliage turns orange to bronze-red in the fall. Tolerant of heat, drought, windy and urban conditions. Great pick for a large shade-providing tree since it is considered the best variety of zelkova. Growth Rate fast, 12"+ annually

By: Garden World

Vase-shaped form, somewhat taller and more graceful than 'Village Green'. Faster growing. Autumn color bronze red.

By: Heritage Seedlings

One of the best Zelkova varieties, this fast-growing tree (to 60-70' tall x 35' wide) forms & maintains a graceful vase shape and is drought & wind tolerant: a nice shade tree for difficult conditions. Sun/Med