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

By: Forestfarm

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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Celtis occidentalis

aka American Hackberry, Common Hackberry, Hackberry Tree

Plant Type

Tree

Zones

Size

Height: 45'-70'

Width: 35'-50'

sun - mostly shade
even moisture - drought tolerant
dry in summer

Photo of Celtis occidentalis form by Chhe

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