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Common hackberry

Celtis occidentalis

Common hackberry
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๐Ÿฆ‹ Wildlife value: supports pollinators and wildlife.

About Common hackberry

Common hackberry is a native tree that birds absolutely love. It produces small fruits that feed robins, mockingbirds, and many other feathered friends throughout the seasons. The tree grows naturally in our region, so it fits right into the local ecosystem. You'll enjoy watching wildlife visit your yard while the hackberry grows strong and healthy. Plus, it has a lovely graceful form that adds real character to any landscape.

This tree is refreshingly easy to grow once established. It's a tough native that handles a wide range of conditions without fussing. You won't need to baby it or add fancy treatments. Common hackberry settles in well and rewards you with years of quiet beauty and natural wildlife activity. Plant one and watch your yard come alive with the sights and sounds of nature.

Native to 49 states