Zelkova serrata ?Schmidtlow

Schmidtlow Zelkova serrata

Wireless zelkova (Zelkova serrata 'Schmidtlow') forms a low, broad canopy with strongly spreading branches. Red autumn foliage adds a vivid seasonal feature to a tree selected for reduced height.

The canopy loses its leaves for winter. Autumn color includes red. Allow the natural framework to develop without crowding neighboring plants or paths.

Choose a sunny position with well-drained soil. Water during establishment and allow enough room for the developing crown. Confirm actual clearance requirements before planting near overhead utilities.

Size guide
• Height: About 24 ft
• Width: About 36 ft
These are the grower’s landscape estimates; local conditions and age affect actual size.

Hardiness
• Published minimum: USDA Zone 5
Upper climate limit is not specified in this cultivar reference.
The grower provides whole-zone ratings; an A/B limit has not been verified.

Best Uses
• Landscape specimen
• Shade where space allows
• Open park or lawn planting

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Shade Tree

Height

24 ft

Width

36 ft

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Red

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Provide Shade, Specimen

Shape

Spreading, Vase Shaped

Drought tolerant

Yes