1 Live Plant Hackberry Tree Sugar Berry Celtis occidentalis 12" Bare Root

Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis), also called Sugar Berry, is a hardy North American shade tree admired for its textured foliage, corky ridged bark, and small sweet berries that ripen in fall. This deciduous tree grows into a broad, vase-shaped canopy that provides dappled shade across the landscape.
A versatile ornamental and wildlife-friendly tree suited to yards, windbreaks, and naturalized areas. The berries appeal to birds and small wildlife, while the rugged bark and golden fall color add seasonal interest. Its deep root system and tolerance of varied conditions make it a dependable long-lived shade tree for larger spaces.
Species: Celtis occidentalis
Variety: Sugar Berry
Type: Deciduous shade tree
Plant_Habit: Upright, broad vase-shaped canopy
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained to moist loam; adaptable to clay and sandy soils
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 3-9
Germination: Not applicable
Sowing: Not applicable
Spacing: 40-60 feet apart
Notes: Plant at the same depth as in the nursery; water regularly during establishment