Zelkova serrata ‘Village Green’ (Village Green Zelkova) 2″

Description

Zelkova serrata ‘Village Green’ is a large, vase-shaped deciduous tree valued for its strong structure, adaptability, and excellent shade potential. This cultivar develops a broad, arching canopy with graceful branching that creates a classic street-tree form. Serrated, elm-like green leaves provide dense summer shade before turning attractive shades of yellow, orange, and bronze in fall. Flowers are small and inconspicuous, followed by tiny, non-ornamental fruits. Its tolerance to urban conditions, heat, and pollution makes it an outstanding replacement for American elm in streetscapes, parks, and residential landscapes.

Care Instructions

• Full sun for best growth and fall color

• Adaptable to a wide range of well-drained soils

• Moderate water needs once established

• Prune when young to establish strong branch structure

• Highly tolerant of urban conditions

Key Features

• Deciduous shade tree

• Classic vase-shaped form

• Elm-like foliage texture

• Attractive fall color

• Excellent urban and street tree