Celtis occidentalis (Hackberry) 2″
$299.99
Celtis occidentalis is a deciduous shade tree with medium green summer foliage that turns bright yellow in fall, ideal for streets, parks, and urban landscapes.
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Description
Celtis occidentalis (Hackberry) is a deciduous shade tree valued for its adaptability, rapid growth, and attractive fall color. It develops a rounded to oval canopy with strong, spreading branches, making it suitable for streetscapes, parks, and residential landscapes.
Leaves are medium green in summer and turn bright yellow in fall, adding seasonal interest. Hackberry is tolerant of a wide range of soils, including clay and drought-prone areas, and withstands urban stress, wind, and pollution. Its gray, warty bark adds year-round texture and character.
Care Instructions:
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Deciduous tree (leaves drop in winter)
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Prefers full sun, tolerates partial shade
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Adaptable to most soils, including clay and urban soils
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Moderate watering until established; low maintenance once mature
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Minimal pruning needed; prune in late winter or early spring if desired
Key Features:
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Deciduous shade tree with rounded to oval canopy
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Medium green summer foliage turning bright yellow in fall
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Gray, textured bark adds winter interest
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Tolerant of urban and challenging soils
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Excellent for streets, parks, and large landscapes
