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Hackberry

Celtis occidentalis, Cannabaceae

Zones
2–9
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Shade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (optimal)

Water

Low

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Giant DogwoodCornus controversa
Beneficial Insect HabitatPollinator Sharing
Green AshFraxinus pennsylvanica
Beneficial Insect HabitatNutrient Accumulation

Antagonistic Plants

American ElmUlmus americana

Hackberry's aggressive root system and similar habitat requirements create competition with American elm in floodplain forests

Uses

Functions

Timber

Common Questions

What zones does Hackberry grow in?

Hackberry grows in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Hackberry?

Good companions for Hackberry include Giant Dogwood, Green Ash.

Design guilds with Hackberry and see companion relationships visually.

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