The upright branches and tightly columnar form make the tree ideal for tight places. It is ideally suited for narrow street plantings. Recently introduced from Japan where it has been used in urban landscapes.
Product Description
ZELKOVA serrata ‘Musashino’- Musashino Columnar Zelkova
The upright branches and tightly columnar form make the tree ideal for tight places. Introduced by Frank Schmidt & Son Co. from Japan where it has a successful track record of thriving in tightly spaced cities. It is ideally suited for narrow street plantings and has shown great tolerance to urban conditions and salt sprays. It is one of the hardier species of Zelkova. Copper/orange fall color. Native to Japan.
Sun: Full Sun
Soil: Average, pH Adaptable
Size: Height 45ft., Width 15ft.
Zone: 5-8
Flower: Insignificant Green
Bloom Time: March to April
Attributes: Narrow Form, Tolerant of Urban Conditions, Street Tree