Zelkova Serrata 'Musashino' (Musashino Japanese Zelkova)
Zelkova Serrata 'Musashino' (Musashino Japanese Zelkova)
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Zelkova Serrata 'Musashino', commonly known as the Musashino Japanese Zelkova, is a striking deciduous tree valued for its narrow, upright growth habit and exceptional seasonal interest. Unlike the broad-spreading form of the species, this cultivar develops a strong columnar shape, making it ideal for smaller gardens, streetscapes, and areas where vertical impact is desired. Fresh green foliage emerges in spring, providing a dense canopy through summer before transforming into brilliant shades of golden yellow, orange, and red in autumn.
Renowned for its adaptability, durability, and low maintenance requirements, the Musashino Japanese Zelkova performs well in a range of soil types and urban environments. Its elegant form, attractive bark, and spectacular autumn colour make it an excellent specimen, avenue, or feature tree, delivering year-round structure and lasting landscape appeal.

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Mature height
10–15 m
Mature width
3–5 m
Spacing
3–5 m
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Fresh green foliage; golden yellow, orange and red autumn foliage; grey bark
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring (small, inconspicuous flowers)
Sun tolerance
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Low; prune during dormancy to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Drought tolerant once established.
Root System
Deep, moderately spreading, non-invasive root system suitable for urban landscapes and residential gardens with adequate planting space.