common hackberry
Celtis occidentalis
A native North American shade tree with a rounded crown, small leaves, and inconspicuous flowers followed by small berry-like drupes attractive to birds. Extremely hardy and drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for tough urban or rural sites.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
pH Range
Soil Texture
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Harvest Season
Season of Interest
Canopy
The tallest trees that form the overstory.
Succession Role
Native to the United States
Native Range
Eastern North America
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin
Function & Care
Edible Parts
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Years to Bearing
- Propagation
Notable Cultivars
'Prairie Sentinel' is a narrow, columnar form suitable for small spaces; 'Windy City' is a compact cultivar developed for urban environments.