{"product_id":"hackberry-celtis-occidentalis-10-seeds-hardy-native-shade-tree-edible-fruit-fast-growing-wildlife-friendly-urban-drought-tolerant","title":"Hackberry – Celtis occidentalis 10 Seeds | Hardy Native Shade Tree | Edible Fruit  Fast Growing | Wildlife Friendly | Urban \u0026 Drought Tolerant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"298\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eGrow your own \u003cstrong data-start=\"312\" data-end=\"347\"\u003eHackberry (Celtis occidentalis)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a tough, adaptable North American native tree prized for its fast growth, edible fruit, wildlife value, and ability to thrive in challenging conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eHackberry 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1155\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003eThis 10-seed pack is perfect for home gardeners, native plant enthusiasts, and wildlife habitat planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1355\"\u003eYou will receive seeds similar in quality and viability to those shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1374\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e✔️ 10 Hackberry seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1431\" data-end=\"1434\"\u003e✔️ Sowing instructions included\u003cbr data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e✔️ Non-pretreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1491\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003eCommon Name: Hackberry, Common Hackberry, American Hackberry\u003cbr data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eBotanical Name: Celtis occidentalis\u003cbr data-start=\"1659\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003ePlant Type: Medium to large deciduous tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1704\" data-end=\"1707\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1725\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1771\" data-end=\"1774\"\u003eSoil: Adaptable; tolerates moist, dry, alkaline, and poor soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1837\" data-end=\"1840\"\u003eWatering: Medium; highly drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1898\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eMature Height: 40–60 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1929\"\u003eMature Spread: 40–60 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1954\" data-end=\"1957\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003eBloom Time: April–May\u003cbr data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2001\"\u003eBloom Color: Green\u003cbr data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2022\"\u003eFall Color: Yellow\u003cbr data-start=\"2040\" data-end=\"2043\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 2–9\u003cbr data-start=\"2058\" data-end=\"2061\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: High\u003cbr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Suitable for bonsai when young\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003e💡 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tree Seeds Plus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47827067306225,"sku":null,"price":22.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_83.jpg?v=1772013180","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/hackberry-celtis-occidentalis-10-seeds-hardy-native-shade-tree-edible-fruit-fast-growing-wildlife-friendly-urban-drought-tolerant","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}