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Celtis occidentalis

Common Hackberry

Plant photo of: Celtis occidentalis
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Information by:         Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

 

Description

Celtis occidentalis is a deciduous tree which grows 50' or taller and nearly as wide. The branches and leaves create a canopy which offers moderate shade in spring and summer. The leaves are bright green, oval, and 2"-5" long with finely toothed edges.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.

Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.

Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.