Hackberry – Celtis occidentalis 120 Seeds | Hardy Native Shade Tree | Edible Fruit Fast Growing | Wildlife Friendly | Urban & Drought Tolerant

Grow your own Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis) — a fast-growing, extremely adaptable North American native tree prized for its edible fruit, wildlife benefits, and ability to thrive in tough environments.

This medium to large deciduous tree forms a broad, rounded crown with upright, arching branches. Mature bark develops unique corky ridges and textured patterns that provide striking winter interest. In spring, small green flowers bloom, followed by deep purple edible drupes in early fall. The fruit is mildly sweet and highly attractive to birds and wildlife.

Hackberry is one of the most resilient shade trees available. It tolerates heat, cold, drought, wind, salt, alkaline soils, urban pollution, and poor soil conditions. Ideal for shade trees, street plantings, windbreaks, wildlife habitat, restoration projects, and bonsai training when young.

This 120-seed pack is perfect for large-scale planting, habitat restoration, nursery production, or property shade projects.

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

You will receive:
✔️ 120 Hackberry seeds
✔️ Clearly labeled bulk 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: Highly 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.