Oregon Urban Tree Catalog

Zelkova sinica CHINESE ZELKOVA DECIDUOUS BROADLEAF

FULL SUN

NON-NATIVE

HIGH DROUGHT TOLERANCE

H: 60FT W: 60FT

The Chinese zelkova, native to Central and Southeastern China, is prized for its graceful, broad crown that ranges from round to fan-shaped, making it an excellent focal point in landscapes. Its mature bark peels in thin, flat plates to reveal shades of brown and grey-green. In spring, the tree produces small, unobtrusive green flowers, followed by glossy green leaves that turn brownish-yellow in autumn. With a moderate to fast growth rate, typically 1 to 3 feet per year under favorable conditions, Chinese zelkova thrives in wide borders, parks, or as a specimen tree, offering both elegance and durability for years.

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