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Open today 4 PM - 11 PM

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Open today 4 PM - 11 PM

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Hackberry

Overview

Scientific NameCeltis occidentalis
Common NameHackberry
FamilyCannabaceae
Average Tree SizeLarge
Growth RateModerate, Fast
Sun RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Sun
Water RequirementsMoist, Well-drained
Native RangeMidwest, North America
Hardiness Zone2 to 9
Season of InterestEarly Winter, Mid Winter, Late Winter, Early Fall, Mid Fall, Late Fall
Supported WildlifeCavity-nesting Birds, Game Birds, Game Mammals, Migrant Birds, Songbirds
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Hackberry Map Location

Key
Green Deciduous TreeDeciduous Trees
Gold Deciduous TreeDeciduous Champion Trees
Green Coniferous TreeConiferous Trees
Gold Coniferous TreeConiferous Champion Trees
Green ShrubShrubs
Gold ShrubsChampion Shrubs
Compass indicating North is up

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