Trees

Common hackberry

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Exposure
Sun to partial shade
Hardiness
Zones 3–9

Discover the plant

Common nameAmerican Hackberry
FamilyCannabaceae
TypeTREE
Botanical nameCommon hackberry

Celtis occidentalis is a large, hardy ornamental tree, commonly known as the hackberry, valued for its very dense, medium-green foliage that provides generous shade in beds, avenues, or large gardens. In autumn, its foliage takes on subtle yellow to golden hues, enriching seasonal landscapes. Its rounded and open silhouette gives it an elegant and structured presence, ideal as a shade tree, isolated specimen, or for avenues. Very hardy and tolerant of a wide variety of soils—even dry or urban—this tree thrives in full sun and adapts well to demanding landscape conditions.

Common hackberry

Soil and care

The right care,at the right time.

Minimum temperature

-40°C

Watering

Moderate to drought tolerant

Soil type

Tolerant, well-drained

Fertilization

Balanced spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

Its place,in your garden.

Mature height

40-60 ft (12-18 m)

Width / spread

26–39 ft (8–12 m)

Flower color

Discrete green (spring)

Foliage color

Medium green ? yellow/gold (autumn)

Foliage type

Obsolete

Growth rate

Moderate to fast

Bloom period

Spring

Fruiting

Small edible drupes for birds

Wildlife and pets

Life,around your plants.

Supporting wildlife

Yes