This deciduous tree has a grey trunk and spreading branches that form a broad domed crown. It has glossy dark green rounded leaves and the male and female flowers appear in clusters with the new growth. The sweet editable fruit matures in autumn.   

Hardiness zones 7 to 9 

Celtis sinensis is naturally found from Japan to Korea and China growing in moist woodlands on the coast and in the adjoining mountains. 

It prefers a wind protected sunny position and grows in well drained loams and will tolerate drier stony soils in cool climates. It is frost tolerant but drought tender.

Hackberry is grown for its spreading habit and is planted in large gardens, parks or in botanical collections. It is an excellent shade tree that establishes in 3 to 5 years and is suitable for coastal or low mountainous regions. ID 2698

Celtis (sel’tis) sinensis (cin’en-sis)

Ulmaceae (ulm-AY-see-ee)
Elm Family