Sugar Hackberry · Pruning

Sugar Hackberry · Celtis laevigata
Also known as: Sugarberry, Southern hackberry, Lowland hackberry, Texas sugarberry

Grow in a sheltered open position in full sun or partial shade, ideally in moist but well-drained soil. It adapts well to clay, sandy and alkaline soils and can cope with occasional flooding or drought once established. Water young trees regularly for the first two growing seasons to encourage deep rooting. Apply a balanced slow-release fertiliser in early spring only if growth is poor or the soil is infertile. Prune only to remove dead, diseased or crossing branches in winter.

Watering: Water young trees regularly until established; mature trees are drought tolerant.Sunlight: Full sun · Partial shadeNon-toxic to humans and pets.