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Celtis occidentalis
Also Known As
- American Hackberry
- Common Hackberry
- Hackberry Tree
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 45'-70'
- W: 35'-50'
planting zones
Celtis occidentalis plant details
Celtis occidentalis is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring green and yellow flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in rich soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant and wind tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Celtis occidentalis
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: cannabaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 35 FT - 50 FT - wide, 45 FT - 70 FT - tall
- Flowers: green and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: fall color, shade tree
GROWING CONDITIONS for Celtis occidentalis
- USDA Zones:
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: pollution and wind
- Soil needs: rich
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
Garden photo gallery of Celtis occidentalis
Gardening facts about Celtis occidentalis plant
How to Grow Celtis occidentalis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- rich
Special Situation
- pollution tolerant
- wind tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
- green
Wildlife
- birds
Fruit
- green
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-45'
Width: 15'-45'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-35'
Width: 20'-60'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 50'-70'
Width: 40'-50'
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 8'-10'
Width: 10'-12'
- sun
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