Japanese Grey Bark Elm Tree Seeds
(Zelkova serrata)
"10 PACK"
The Japanese Elm is native to Korea, China, and Japan. A Very Fast Growing Tree that forms a Broad or upright vase~shaped silhouette 80~100 feet tall. The deciduous leaves stay dark green throughout the year, until fading to a beautiful yellow before they drop in the Fall. In the early Spring, before the new leaves unfold, small green flowers appear on the stalks. These blooms are followed by a green, wafer like seedpods which will mature soon after flowering is finished and the seeds a very popular with birds and other wildlife. The Japanese Elm has an extensive, yet shallow root system, which make's it perfect for bonsai cultivation. This elm is a native of Japan and China and is related to the Ulmus genus, which is the genus of the European and American elms. It is deciduous with small ovate, serrated, pointed leaves and smooth gray bark. It is a vigorous grower and is most often used for broom and group plantings. Root-over- rock plantings are also common. The gray-bark elm is considered by some to be the classic broom style tree.
Requirements:
Zones: 5~8
Light: Full or Mostly Sunny
Soil: Well Drained
Water: Low
Growth: Very Fast
Soil PH: 4.5~7
Grey Elm Germination:
1) Soak the seeds in slightly hot water for one to two days. Using a thermos works best to keep the water warm.
2) After soaking, place the seeds in a zip lock bag mixed with "Damp" peat moss or vermiculite. Place the seeds for 60 days in the vegetable crisper part of a refrigerator. Check periodically to be sure it doesn't dry out. Keep it moist, but Never wet.
3) Plant them 1/8 inch deep in sterile garden soil. Use a heated propagator mat to keep the soil at a temperature of 68 to 75 degrees Fahrenheit.
4) Be sure to keep the soil moist, and expect germination in 1-2 months.
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