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Celtis laevigata

Also Known As

  • Hackberry
  • Southern Hackberry
  • Sugar Hackberry
  • Sugarberry

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 60'-80'
  • W: 60'-80'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Celtis laevigata plant details

Celtis laevigata is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Attracts birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Celtis laevigata

Plant type: tree
Plant family: cannabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 60 FT - 80 FT - wide, 60 FT - 80 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Celtis laevigata

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Winding up the Mississippi & its tributaries into Ohio, this 60-80' tree has the familiar Hackberry zig-zag twigs & small or-yellow fruits which exude a sweet sticky substance in fall (from whence comes the name). Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Celtis laevigata plant

How to Grow Celtis laevigata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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