Variety description: This selection Japanese zelkova sports bold variegation, with dark green leaves edged in and speckled with white. Rather slow growing trees prefer light shade and will mature into an elegant vase form.

This cultivar’s name in Japanese is 五色, (Goshiki) meaning ‘five colors’ or ‘variegated colors.’

Height and Spread at Maturity: 15-20' tall with a open, fan shaped crown

Site requirements: Part shade location. Will grow in a range of soil types provided the planting location is well drained. 

Hardiness: USDA zones 5-9.

Plant size: Grafted tree, 24" with strong central leader. Grown in a 4" x 9" tree pot.

When we ship: FALL 2024.