Hackberry
Celtis occidentalis
#10 Container
A sturdy and reliable shade tree with interesting corky bark. It has an upright and rounded form with arching branches. Adaptable to a variety of soil conditions and moisture levels it’s considered a low maintenance tree. Small berries are a summer time treat for wildlife. An excellent ash replacement.
Mature height x width: 40-60’ x 40-60’Light: Full sun
Moisture: Dry to moist
Soil: Sand to clay
Tolerates… Drought, alkaline soil, clay soil, occasional flooding, air pollution.
Does not tolerate… Excessive salt spray
Ash replacement? Yes
Buckthorn replacement? No
Shoreline buffer zone? No
Seasonal interest: Interesting bark
Resilience to climate change: High adaptability
Pollinator and wildlife value: High
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Photo credit: Joseph Obrien, USDA Forest Service, Bugwood.org. Ansel Oommen, Bugwood.org