Celtis pallida |
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Desert Hackberry |
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.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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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:
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.