Trees, Shrubs and Conifers: Zelkova Bark problems, 1 by 1alh1

1alh1 wrote:
This Zelkova was planted about 8 years ago and is about 20 feet tall. I know that Zelkovas often shed their bark, but this is the first year that the amount of shedding bark looks dangerously excessive. Is it because of the lack of rainfall we experienced over the summer? Although I\'ve watered it, I haven\'t been as consistent as I probably should have been. It faces west, so it receives the hot sun in the afternoon. Should I be concerned, and if so, what can I do to save this beautiful tree?