Goblin Japanese zelkova
Zelkova serrata 'Goblin'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size3 to 4 feet tall3 to 4 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Fall color
- Yes
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Notes
'Goblin' Japanese zelkova (Zelkova serrata 'Goblin') is a tree for specimen planting, shade gardens, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows at a moderate rate into a dense form that stays small, about 36 to 48 inches tall and wide. The leaves turn a rich fall color, and the plant is drought tolerant once settled.
Pairs well with Oakleaf hydrangea, Feather reed grass, Wild geranium, and Sedge.