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Celtis laevigata

Sugarberry

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Celtis laevigata (Sugarberry)

Sugarberry is a common large overstory tree in bottomland forests but also occurs in drier areas over calcareous rock with relatively high pH soil.

The leaves are normally easily identified by their almost triangular shape with uneven bases with three prominent veins and usually few teeth. The small fruits (technically a drupe) are sweet, but barely edible.

The similar Common Hackberry (C. occidentalis) has broader, coarsely toothed leaves that are sandpapery above.

Additional Information:


Height
60-80 Feet

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Spread
60-80 Feet

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USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Fall color is a modest yellow.

Good Companions
Spicebush (Lindera benzoin), Golden Currant (Ribes odoratum), Ninebark (Physocarpus opulifolius)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

FACW

Season of Interest

Late (July-frost)
Mid (May-June)

Soil Moisture

High
Moderate

Special Features

Interesting Bark

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

Wildlife Benefit

Cover
Nesting
Food/Birds