Latin Name Celtis occidentalis
Current Height & Cost 8ft - $140 planted
Eventual Size at Maturity Height - 40ft Spread - 25ft
Space Requirements at least 15ft from paved surfaces and buildings, 20ft from existing trees
Form arching
Growth Rate 2 - 3 ft/year
Air Pollution Tolerant Yes
Drought Resistant Yes
Moisture Tolerant Yes
Light Required needs full sun
Fall Colour yellow
Special Features interesting corky bark; hardy and fast-growing tree
Wildlife Wildlife host plant for the Hackberry butterfly offers habitat for Blue Jays and Woodpeckers flowers offer nectar for Hummingbirds and butterflies valuable bird habitat, especially in winter
Tree Tips ideal for most planting sites