Hackberry – Celtis occidentalis 10 Seeds | Hardy Native Shade Tree | Edible Fruit Fast Growing | Wildlife Friendly | Urban & Drought Tolerant

Grow your own Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) — a tough, adaptable North American native tree prized for its fast growth, edible fruit, wildlife value, and ability to thrive in challenging conditions.

This medium to large deciduous tree develops a broad, rounded crown with gracefully arching branches. Mature bark features distinctive corky ridges and warty texture, adding winter interest. In spring, small green flowers appear, followed by round purple drupes in early fall. The fruit is edible, mildly sweet, and highly attractive to birds and wildlife.

Hackberry is one of the best trees for tough environments. It tolerates heat, cold, drought, wind, urban pollution, alkaline soils, and even poor growing conditions. It is widely used as a shade tree, street tree, windbreak, and wildlife habitat tree. It is also suitable for bonsai culture.

This 10-seed pack is perfect for home gardeners, native plant enthusiasts, and wildlife habitat planting.

You will receive seeds similar in quality and viability to those shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 10 Hackberry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet
✔️ Sowing instructions included
✔️ Non-pretreated seeds
✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Hackberry, Common Hackberry, American Hackberry
Botanical Name: Celtis occidentalis
Plant Type: Medium to large deciduous tree
Growth Stage: Seed
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Adaptable; tolerates moist, dry, alkaline, and poor soils
Watering: Medium; highly drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 40–60 feet
Mature Spread: 40–60 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
Bloom Time: April–May
Bloom Color: Green
Fall Color: Yellow
USDA Zones: 2–9
Drought Tolerance: High
Container Friendly: Suitable for bonsai when young

💡 Care Tip: Soak seeds in water for 24 hours, then cold stratify at 40°F in moist medium for 60–90 days before sowing ¼ inch deep. Keep soil evenly moist (not wet) during germination.