Common Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis)

Common Hackberry (Celtis
occidentalis) is a medium-sized native (to Eastern
U.S.) tree that is well adapted to Colorado soils. It grows to 50
feet with a rounded crown just as wide. The Hackberry tolerates har,
wind, alkaline soil and urban pollution. It is a good replacement tree for the American Elm because of
its similar form and adaptability. Hardy in all
zones.

Foliage and Berries. Leaves are
bright green, oval finely toothed and 2 to 5 inches in length. The
berries attract birds as a source of food in the winter.

Hackberry fall foliage is an
attractive yellow.

Hackberry
Nipple Galls The only drawback with Hackberry's are
insect galls on the leaves.

Bark is grayish
with distinct narrow, corky ridges that appear as eroded stucco-like
projections when mature.

Photos: Judy Sedbrook

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