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Celtis occidentalis

Hackberry, Northern Hackberry, Common Hackberry

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

12 - 18m

Width:

12 - 15m

Growth Rate:

Fast

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

3, 4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun Part Shade

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)

Drought Tolerance:

Very High

Flooding Tolerance:

High

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Moderate

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Sensitive

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median, Restricted Urban Site

Native to Ontario:

Yes

Native to North America:

Yes

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Insects and Diseases

No serious issues in the urban environment. Hackberry nipple gall is common, but the galls don't harm the trees.

Management Notes

  • Weak branch structure may cause concern for storm damage
  • Pruning early on can improve branch structure

Cultivars 

Chicagoland, Magnifica, Prairie Sentinel, Prairie Pride