Hackberry

Celtis occidentalis L.

Mature Size: Commonly 40 to 60 feet in height

The Hackberry is found mainly in bottomlands and streams, although it is well adapted for use in the home landscape. It provides the homeowner with dense summer shade, but allows the sun’s rays to pass through the crown in winter. It is drought-tolerant once established.

Fun Facts:

  • The fruit provides food for birds, particularly the cedar waxwing, mockingbird, and robin
  • Bark is gray with corky ridges

For more information:

http://dendro.cnre.vt.edu/dendrology/syllabus/factsheet.cfm?ID=26

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Photo credits to: Virginia Tech College of Natural Resources and Environment: 

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