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Chinese Hackberry

Celtis Sinensis

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Overview

Celtis sinensis, or Chinese Hackberry, is a versatile deciduous tree thriving in USDA zones 6-9. It reaches up to 40-60 feet tall with a spread of 30-50 feet. This graceful, broad-crowned species offers glossy green foliage and small, purple, fall-ripening berries, attracting diverse wildlife. Adaptable to various soils, it provides robust urban tolerance and requires low maintenance, making it an excellent choice for both public and private landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, Very LowZones 6–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — inconspicuous flowers emerge

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Very Low
USDA zones
6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Ulmaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — Adaptable to various soils; it's a low-maintenance choice for gardeners
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — Providing full sun to partial shade will encourage optimal growth and health of the tree
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — and a range of soil types; adaptable to various soils
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — tree for full or half
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — When designing, space trees approximately 20 to 30 feet apart to accommodate their mature spread; these fruits may
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — requiring minimal pruning once established; its canopy provides a round to spreading shape
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — It's a low-maintenance choice for gardeners
Chinese Hackberry (Celtis Sinensis) — airy structure.<br><br>Characterized by its smooth; adaptable to various soils
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