Hackberry
Celtis occidentalis
Description:
A tough tree for urban environments. Mature bark has corky ridges and a warty texture. The sweet fruit is attractive to wildlife, especially birds.
Power Line Approved: No
Min. street tree planting width: 8 feet
Mature Height: 50 feet
Mature Spread: 30 feet
Tree Shape: Rounded with age
Where to Plant:
A great shade tree specimen for your yard or in a wide planting strip with no overhead wires.
Leaves:
Dark green even into late summer. Yellow fall color.
Flowers:
Small greenish yellow male and female flowers come out just as leaves are emerging.
Fruit:
Small round green fruit that turn deep purple in late summer. Attractive to birds.
Preferred Site Conditions:
Full sun. Moist but well drained soil. Heat tolerant.
Potential Problems:
No serious insect or disease problems.
Minimum Planting Distances:
- 15 feet from house or building
- 3 ½ feet back from the face of the curb
- 5 feet from underground utility lines
- 10 feet from power poles
- 7 ½ feet from driveways (10 feet recommended)
- 20 feet from street lights and other existing trees
- 30 feet from street intersections