{"product_id":"japanese-zelkova","title":"Japanese Zelkova (Zelkova serrata) - Specimens, Urban Street Trees, Bonsai","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJapanese Zelkova (\u003ci\u003eZelkova serrata\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eA fast growing, deciduous shade tree (50–80 ft tall and 40-60 ft wide) known for its vase-shaped habit, \u003cstrong\u003eexfoliating bark\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003evibrant yellow, orange, or burgundy leaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e in autumn. It is an excellent, \u003cstrong\u003edisease-resistant\u003c\/strong\u003e alternative to American Elm. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–8, It thrives in full sun and prefers moist, well-drained loam but tolerates clay and sand, and various pH levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIdeal for large landscapes, lawn specimens, or \u003cstrong\u003eurban street trees \u003c\/strong\u003edue to its tolerance of compacted soil and pollution.\u003cb\u003e \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eWater regularly during the first 2–3 years to establish roots. Once mature, it is remarkably \u003cstrong\u003edrought-tolerant\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eSpace trees 30–40 feet apart (or up to 60 ft) to accommodate a wide canopy. Prune young trees to develop a strong central leader and proper branch spacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAttractive gray-brown bark \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eexfoliates (peels) as the tree ages to reveal a showy orange inner bark. Its dense canopy makes it an excellent shade tree for lawns and parks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eJapanese Zelkova is a popular choice for \u003cb\u003ebonsai\u003c\/b\u003e due to its small leaves and strong branching structure. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eAvailable as....  15-20 inch potted trees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipped fully rooted in soil in pot. Ships with leaves in Spring and Summer and dormant without leaves in Fall and Winter.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrown in soil less mix. Shipped UPS.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree Shipping to most locations\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e We cannot ship larger boxes or boxes to AK, HI, APO, US Territories, or areas considered remote, \u003cstrong\u003ewithout a freight surcharge\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk181607617;\"\u003eIf your temperature is warmer than 89 degrees or colder than 20 degrees, we will hold order until temperature improves. Please put your desired ship date in Special Instructions to Seller at checkout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll plants are inspected for quality prior to shipment. Plants are rarely damaged in shipping, but if they are, please let us know right away so we can help. If there is any plant damage, take a photo of the package and plants. This will help us solve the problem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-bookmark: _Hlk181607617;\"\u003e \u003cimg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(230, 230, 230);\"\u003e5\/26\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scenic Hill Farm Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1 Tree","offer_id":46799209562281,"sku":null,"price":22.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 Trees","offer_id":46799209595049,"sku":null,"price":28.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Trees","offer_id":46799209627817,"sku":null,"price":38.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Trees","offer_id":46799209660585,"sku":null,"price":48.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Trees","offer_id":46799209693353,"sku":null,"price":64.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 Trees","offer_id":46799209726121,"sku":null,"price":98.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 Trees","offer_id":46799209758889,"sku":null,"price":129.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2321\/6025\/files\/JapaneseZekshutterstock_2302267073.jpg?v=1769793547","url":"https:\/\/scenichillfarmnursery.com\/products\/japanese-zelkova","provider":"Scenic Hill Farm Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}