Celtis pallida

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Desert Hackberry

  
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: 1.C. Bickelmann 2.MSWN

 

Description

This evergreen shrub grows to 8' x 10'. Attractive orange fruits appear after non-showy blooms in spring. Birds and other animals eat the berries and the plant provides shelter for wildlife. Accepts full sun. Native to the southwestern deserts.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

 

Height Range

6-12', 12-25'

 

Flower Color

n/a

 

Flower Season

n/a

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Grey

 

Fruit Color

Orange, Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall, Intermittent

Water Saving Tip:

Remember to check your irrigation system at least once a month, especially your valves, sprinkler heads, and drip emitters.