*ORDERING QUANTITIES - our seedlings are sold in bulk*
10 - 27 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 24 (1 unit = 24 seedlings)
100 & 175 cu. in. seedlings are sold in bundles of 9 (1 unit = 9 seedlings)
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Celtis occidentalis
Native to: Eastern and Midwest U.S.
Natural Habitat: Along rivers and streams, moist open woodlands, rocky hillsides
Foliage: Bright green leaves that turn yellow and drop in the fall
Flowers/Fruit: Green, non-showy flowers; produces small dark red/purple berries
Light Requirements: Full sun
Growth Rate: 2 ft. per year
20-Year Height: 35 ft.
Elevation Range: 2,000 - 4,000 ft.
Cold Hardiness: Zone 2 - 9
Wind Tolerance: High
Soil Preference: Acidic, alkaline, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, well-drained, wet, and clay soils
Alkali/Saline Soil Tolerance: Moderate
Life Span: 150+ years
Minimum Annual Precipitation: 12 in.
Drought Tolerance: Moderate
Windbreak Spacing: 8 - 12 ft.
Potential Pests/Disease: None
Deer Resistance: Low
Wildlife Value:
- Food source and shelter for birds
