{"product_id":"5-seeds-southern-hackberry-celtis-laevigata-hardy-deciduous-shade-tree","title":"5 Seeds Southern Hackberry Celtis laevigata Hardy Deciduous Shade Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eCeltis laevigata, commonly known as Southern Hackberry or Sugarberry, is a hardy deciduous tree appreciated for its graceful, broad canopy, smooth gray bark, and small orange-red berries that attract birds. This native tree thrives in a wide range of conditions, making it a resilient choice for adding natural shade and seasonal interest to landscapes, parks, or large garden spaces.\u003cbr\u003e\nIts rapid growth and adaptability make it well-suited as a shade tree, street tree, or windbreak. The leaves turn a soft yellow in autumn, and the tree's tolerance to heat, drought, and varying soil types supports reliable establishment in many regions. Use it as a specimen plant or for naturalistic plantings where its size can be accommodated.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Celtis laevigata\u003cbr\u003e\nVariety: Southern Hackberry\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Deciduous Tree\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Upright, rounded canopy\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, adaptable to various soil types\u003cbr\u003e\nDays to Harvest: Not applicable (ornamental tree)\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 5-9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Cold stratification recommended; sow seeds 1\/4 inch deep\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Start indoors or directly outdoors in fall or after stratification\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 20-30 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Grows 60-80 feet tall; berries are a food source for wildlife\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663108538504,"sku":"EXGA-297","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_0beb79bc-41f3-4217-aeed-1daa0e1b76c6.png?v=1791895710","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/5-seeds-southern-hackberry-celtis-laevigata-hardy-deciduous-shade-tree","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}