Zelkova serrata 'Variegata'

Zelkova serrata 'Variegata'

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A rare and slow growing shrub, Zelkova serrata 'Variegata' has an arching habit and lovely white variegated leaves.

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(Variegated Water Elm) A rare and slow growing shrub, Zelkova serrata 'Variegata' has an arching habit and lovely variegated leaves. The leaves are serrated and have a lovely cream variegation that slowly takes on a rose pink hue in autumn before they fall.

Zelkova serrata 'Variegata' is a beautiful plant, usually best suited for a position in light, dappled shade where the variegated leaves stand out best.

Position: Light, dappled shade.
Soil: Moist or well drained, fertile soil.
Hardiness: Hardy.
Rate of Growth: Very slow.
Habit: Zelkova serrata 'Variegata' eventually grows to be a medium sized or large shrub.
- Height: 2.5 m - 4 m (8 - 13 ft).
- Spread: 2.5 m - 4 m (8 - 14 ft).

Notes: Despite the common name, Zelkova serrata 'Variegata' is not really an elm and therefore not attacked by Dutch Elm Disease.

How Much Sun: Light Shade
Eventual Size: Shrub - Large (3m+)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Damp/Wet, Soil: Not Fussy
Special Features: Honey Fungus Resistant, Foliage - Variegated, Suitable for Containers

Brand BlueBell Nursery

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