Common Hackberry
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Common Hackberry |
| Botanical Name | Celtis occidentalis |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shade |
| Mature Height | 60 to 75 ft |
| Mature Width | 40 to 50 ft |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Bloom Color | Green |
| Bloom Interest | Insignificant |
| Bloom Period | April to May |
| Seasonal Interest | Fall, Winter |
| Foliage Color | Light green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Light Yellow |
| Attributes | Clay Soil, Deer Resistant, Shade Tree, Street Tree, Wet Soil |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 2 to 7 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Wet |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
| Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
| Prune Notes | On young trees, prune out any branches that compete with the leader. Little pruning is required. Usually it is grown for the berries that attract wildlife. |