Tree Zelkova serrata 'Halka' [Halka Japanese Zelkova] An excellent shade tree, probably one of the best substitutes for Ulmus americana in form and gracefulness, but slightly smaller. A beautiful wood grain for furniture, etc. Minor susceptibility to various elm diseases and pests, but resistant to Dutch Elm Disease. Considered to be one of the more popular cultivars of Zelkova serrata, although Green Vase and 'Green Village' tend to be better performers. 'Halka' is more open and loose and the fall color is…
Tree Zelkova serrata 'Musashino' [Musashino Japanese Zelkova] 'Mushashino' has an extremely upright, narrow, vase-shaped form with tight branching. Zelkova serrata has a beautiful wood grain for furniture, etc. Minor susceptibility to various elm diseases and pests, but resistant to Dutch Elm Disease.