Photo of Celtis tenuifolia close-up, foliage by Mason Brock

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Celtis tenuifolia

Also Known As

  • Celtis georgiana
  • Celtis mississipiensis
  • Celtis occidentalis var. georgiana
  • Celtis pumila var. georgiana
  • Celtis tenuifolia var. georgiana
  • Dwarf Hackberry
  • Georgia Hackberry
  • Small Hackberry

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 15'-35'
  • W: 20'-60'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Celtis tenuifolia plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celtis tenuifolia

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cannabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 60 FT - wide, 15 FT - 35 FT - tall
Uses: bonsai, dwarf, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celtis tenuifolia

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This dwarf (20-30') version of the wildlife-favorite hackberry inhabits the dry rocky foothills & bluffs of the SE-lower Midwest and produces its sweet edible or-red 1/3" fruits in early fall. Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Celtis tenuifolia plant

How to Grow Celtis tenuifolia

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • red
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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