Celtis occidentalis
Common Hackberry, Nettletree, Sugarberry, Beaverwood, Northern Hackberry, American Hackberry
It is a vigorous tree with arching stems that support large heart shaped soft green leaves.
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Celtis occidentalis
Height: 10-12cm
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Celtis occidentalis
Height: 12-14cm
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Celtis occidentalis
Height: 14-16cm
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Celtis occidentalis
Height: 16-18cm
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Celtis occidentalis
Height: 18-20cm
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Description
Although part of the Elm family, this tree is immune to Dutch elm disease. A native of North America, it makes a medium sized tree in the UK.
It is a vigorous tree with arching stems that support large heart shaped soft green leaves.
At maturity the bark becomes corky and rough and the tree produces small black fruits in profusion. A great tree for parkland and estates it thrives on most soils.
In the States on deep fertile soils they have been known to reach 35 metres on height and live for over 200 years.
Mature height: 7-12m
Mature spread: 6-9m
Specifications
Common names
Common Hackberry, Nettletree, Sugarberry, Beaverwood, Northern Hackberry, American Hackberry
Mature size
Medium
Tree type
Deciduous Broad Leaf
Soil type
Moist Soil, Well drained soils, Will tolerate most soil types
Shape
Broad
Growth rate
Moderate
Tolerances
Compaction tolerant, Coastal, Pollution tolerant, Paved areas
Tree uses
Parkland, Urban
Seasons of interest
Summer Interest