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Celtis tournefortii

Also Known As

  • Oriental Hackberry

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 10'-20'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

Celtis tournefortii plant details

Celtis tournefortii is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge followed by red and yellow fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celtis tournefortii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cannabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, shade tree, street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celtis tournefortii

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Polished green leaves and red & yellow fruits (Hillier) distinguish this small (10-20') tree/shrub; "good street or park trees, often with picturesque crowns & attractive fall foliage" (Krussmann). Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Celtis tournefortii plant

How to Grow Celtis tournefortii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • red
    • yellow
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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