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1606 N 600 Rd, Baldwin City, 66006
785.594.2966

hackberry

Celtis occidentalis

Tolerant of a variety of conditions.  Well-suited to urban areas, it withstands wind and city conditions. Grows 40’-70’ with a 50’ spread.

The fruit is popular with winter birds, especially cedar waxwings, mockingbirds and robins.

Larval host for Hackberry Emperor, Question Mark, Mourning Cloak, Snout Butterfly, Tawny Emperor.