Celtis reticulata

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Canyon Hackberry

 
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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

25' x 25' sprawling deciduous tree. Small dark green leaves similar to an elm. Flowers are green (non-showy) and appear in spring. Birds relish tiny orange berries. Smooth gray bark. Great wildlife plant. Native to the western U.S.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

25-40'

 

Flower Color

Green

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Orange

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Clay

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Basic

 

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

n/a

 

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Street Tree

 

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.

Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.