{"product_id":"hackberry-celtis-occidentalis-60-seeds-hardy-native-shade-tree-edible-fruit-fast-growing-wildlife-friendly-urban-drought-tolerant","title":"Hackberry – Celtis occidentalis 60 Seeds | Hardy Native Shade Tree | Edible Fruit  Fast Growing | Wildlife Friendly | Urban \u0026 Drought Tolerant","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eGrow your own \u003cstrong data-start=\"306\" data-end=\"341\"\u003eHackberry (Celtis occidentalis)\u003c\/strong\u003e — a fast-growing, extremely hardy North American native tree valued for its edible fruit, wildlife benefits, and ability to thrive in difficult conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"499\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eThis medium to large deciduous tree forms a broad, rounded crown with arching branches. Mature bark develops distinctive corky ridges and textured “warty” patterns that add winter interest. In spring, small green flowers appear, followed by deep purple edible drupes in early fall. The mildly sweet fruit attracts birds and wildlife and has been historically used as a nutritious food source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"1154\"\u003eHackberry is one of the most adaptable shade trees available. It tolerates heat, cold, drought, wind, salt, alkaline soils, urban pollution, and poor soil conditions. Ideal for shade, street planting, windbreaks, wildlife habitat, or bonsai training when young.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1156\" data-end=\"1289\"\u003eThis 60-seed pack is perfect for habitat restoration, large property planting, nursery starts, or growing multiple hardy shade trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eYou will receive seeds similar in quality and viability to those shown in the listing photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1562\"\u003eYou will receive:\u003cbr data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1406\"\u003e✔️ 60 Hackberry seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e✔️ Clearly labeled seed packet\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e✔️ Sowing instructions included\u003cbr data-start=\"1494\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003e✔️ Non-pretreated seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1520\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003e✔️ Secure packaging for safe delivery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1564\" data-end=\"1588\"\u003e🌼 Growing Information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1590\" data-end=\"2175\"\u003eCommon Name: Hackberry, Common Hackberry, American Hackberry\u003cbr data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eBotanical Name: Celtis occidentalis\u003cbr data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003ePlant Type: Medium to large deciduous tree\u003cbr data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003eGrowth Stage: Seed\u003cbr data-start=\"1754\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003eSoil: Highly adaptable; tolerates moist, dry, alkaline, and poor soils\u003cbr data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eWatering: Medium; highly drought tolerant once established\u003cbr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003eMature Height: 40–60 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1962\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003eMature Spread: 40–60 feet\u003cbr data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"1993\"\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr data-start=\"2010\" data-end=\"2013\"\u003eBloom Time: April–May\u003cbr data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eBloom Color: Green\u003cbr data-start=\"2055\" data-end=\"2058\"\u003eFall Color: Yellow\u003cbr data-start=\"2076\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eUSDA Zones: 2–9\u003cbr data-start=\"2094\" data-end=\"2097\"\u003eDrought Tolerance: High\u003cbr data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2123\"\u003eContainer Friendly: Suitable for bonsai when young\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2177\" data-end=\"2361\"\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":47827068944625,"sku":null,"price":42.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/4476\/0049\/files\/ListingShopify6_85.jpg?v=1772013323","url":"https:\/\/sejahteraseeds.com\/products\/hackberry-celtis-occidentalis-60-seeds-hardy-native-shade-tree-edible-fruit-fast-growing-wildlife-friendly-urban-drought-tolerant","provider":"Sejahtera Seeds and Bulbs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}