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Celtis reticulata

Canyon Hackberry

Plant photo of: Celtis reticulata
Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

25' x 25' sprawling deciduous tree. Small dark green leaves similar to an elm. Flowers are green (non-showy) and appear in spring. Birds relish tiny orange berries. Smooth gray bark. Great wildlife plant. Native to the western U.S.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

25-40'

Flower Color

Green

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Grey

Fruit Color

Orange

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Clay

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Basic

Adverse Factors

Allergenic

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Multi-trunk Tree, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Street Tree

Special Uses

Shade Tree, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Replace damaged nozzles or heads with those identical to other heads on the same valve.

Mixing different types of heads on the same valve will create overly dry areas or overly wet areas.