Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis)

$10.75

Hackberry is an adaptable deciduous tree that is tolerant to most soil types but prefers medium-wet to medium soil moisture. Because it is a low-maintenance grower, Hackberry has an extensive native range and is beloved by many in the animal kingdom. It is a host plant for the Mourning Cloak, and 37 other butterfly and moth caterpillars (nwf.org). Birds also enjoy the fruit of the plant, including many songbirds and game birds (Bird Table) (Audubon.org).

Photo Credit: John Blair (2)

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Hackberry is an adaptable deciduous tree that is tolerant to most soil types but prefers medium-wet to medium soil moisture. Because it is a low-maintenance grower, Hackberry has an extensive native range and is beloved by many in the animal kingdom. It is a host plant for the Mourning Cloak, and 37 other butterfly and moth caterpillars (nwf.org). Birds also enjoy the fruit of the plant, including many songbirds and game birds (Bird Table) (Audubon.org).

Photo Credit: John Blair (2)

Hackberry is an adaptable deciduous tree that is tolerant to most soil types but prefers medium-wet to medium soil moisture. Because it is a low-maintenance grower, Hackberry has an extensive native range and is beloved by many in the animal kingdom. It is a host plant for the Mourning Cloak, and 37 other butterfly and moth caterpillars (nwf.org). Birds also enjoy the fruit of the plant, including many songbirds and game birds (Bird Table) (Audubon.org).

Photo Credit: John Blair (2)

Life Cycle: Perennial

Sun Exposure: Full, Partial

Soil Moisture: Medium-wet, Medium

Height: Up to 50 feet

Plant Spacing: 40-50 feet

Bloom Time: April-May

Bloom Color: Green

Advantages: Caterpillar Favorite, Bird Favorite

Host Plant: Mourning Cloak and 37 species of butterflies and moths use this as a caterpillar host plant in our area (nwf.org)

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