Hackberry
(Nettle Tree)
Celtis Occidentalis
Native to parts of Ontario and Quebec. Surprisingly rarely planted in New Brunswick as it is a very resilient shade tree requiring minimal maintenance. Most of all copious berries persist on the tree over winter providing important food for birds and other small mammals. A highly nutritious snack for humans too. Wind pollinated male and female flowers occur on separate parts of the same tree.
Additional information
| Foliage | Deciduous |
|---|---|
| Locale | Native to North America |
| Height | Medium (30-60ft) |
| Width | Moderate |
| Form | Oval, Round, Vase Shaped |
| Growth Rate | Fast, Moderate |
| Longevity | Long (over 100 years) |
| Hardiness Zones * | 3, 4, 5 |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun (over 6 hrs), Mostly Shade (slow growth), Partial Sun (4 to 6 hrs) |
| Soil Preferences * | Moist, Slightly Acidic, Well Draining |
| Soil Tolerances | Clay, Dry, Slightly Alkaline, Wet |
| Other Tolerances | Occasional Drought, Occasional Flooding, Road Salt, Urban Pollution |
| Ornamental Interest | Fruit, Bark |
| Wildlife Value | Birds (fruits/seeds), Butterfly Larvae (leaves), Small Mammals (fruits/seeds) |
| Human Value | Carpentry (wood), Edible (fruit), Fuel (wood) |
| Seed Collection | Ordered Online, Personally in NB |
| Planting Considerations | Prone to Ice Damage |
