Zelkova carpinifolia

Unusual in the UK, this is a slow growing small or eventually medium sized, deciduous tree once established with dark green, coarsely toothed leaves. Best in a sunny position with a little shelter from strong winds. Established trees gradually develop flaking beech-like bark.

Enjoys damp soil but avoid areas prone to waterlogging..

• Position: Full sun or light dappled shade.
• Soil: Moist or well drained, fertile soil. Zelkova carpinifolia is tolerant of dry soil conditions.
• Hardiness: Hardy but usually more vigorous with a little shelter.
• Rate of Growth: Slow to moderate.
• Habit: Zelkova carpinifolia grows to be a small or eventually medium sized, densely branching, vase-shaped tree possibly a little larger in very favourable areas once established.
  • Height: 12 - 15 m (50 ft).
  • Spread: up to 8 - 10 m (26 - 32 ft).

• Notes: Despite the common name, Zelkova carpinifolia is not really an elm and therefore not attacked by Dutch Elm Disease.