{"product_id":"japanese-grey-bark-elm-zelkova-serrata","title":"Japanese Grey Bark Elm (zelkova serrata)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant deciduous tree (up to 20–30m tall) with graceful vase-shaped or spreading crown, smooth grey bark, and serrated elm-like leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutstanding autumn colour: leaves turn yellow, orange, red, or purple -\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/nGy9uomagO4?si=orNjYjkPvA_2f7w3\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTurning Japanese\u003c\/a\u003e Elm into a dramatic focal point every October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHighly disease resistant, making it a popular substitute for traditional elms; also tolerates urban pollution and wind once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvides good shade; supports pollinators and wildlife; low-maintenance and long-lived.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRHS Award of Garden Merit recipient; popular for streets, parks, avenues, or large gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun to partial shade (sun for best autumn colour); deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil (tolerates chalk, clay, loam); sheltered from cold, drying winds; requires large space – unsuitable for small gardens (mature spread 10–20m+).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig large hole twice root width; incorporate organic matter in poor soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); stake young trees; firm in, water well, mulch base (keep clear of trunk) to reduce weed competition and conserve soil moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water regularly first few years in dry spells; minimal pruning (remove dead\/damaged in winter); generally pest-resistant but protect young plants from late spring frosts; low-maintenance once established.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"40-60cm","offer_id":58498832007512,"sku":null,"price":2.4,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_9832Zelkovaserrata.jpg?v=1790019731","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/japanese-grey-bark-elm-zelkova-serrata","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}