Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' ~ Japanese Zelkova Size:3.5" CALIPER (2) Photos by R

(2) Photos by R

(3) Auckland Museum

IMAGE: NISHIGUCHI

Fresh leave poultices have also been used to lessen discoloration from bruises

medium to wet well-drained soils

Zelkova serrata 'Green Vase' ~ Japanese Zelkova Size:3.5" CALIPER (2) Photos by RGreen Vase Japanese Zelkova is a fast growing upward branching deciduous tree with a vase shaped crown and park that exfoliates when mature exposing orange brown inner bark. The lightly toothed foliage is larger and paler green with shades of orange brown in fall. Insignificant green flowers in spring give way to non showy fruits in fall. Best color with full sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Drought tolerant once established and tolerates urban