About
Celtis occidentalis is a substantial deciduous tree, reaching heights of up to 20 meters, characterized by its broad, spreading canopy and elongated dark green leaves. In spring, it produces inconspicuous greenish flowers, which give way to small, sweet fruits that transition from orange-red to deep purple as they ripen. In the fall, the foliage turns a bright yellow, adding seasonal interest.
About the genus
This genus comprises 60 to 70 species of shrubs and medium-sized trees, which can be either deciduous or evergreen. The plants feature serrated green leaves and produce clusters of small, greenish-white flowers that bloom in spring.
Growing conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Neutral, Alkaline, Acid
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing, North-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- Higher than 12 metres
- Spread
- wider than 8 metres
- Time to full height
- 10-20 years
Care notes
- Cultivation
- In cool climates such as the UK, needs a warm site with well-drained soil in a sunny position. In warmer climates, grow in deep fertile soil in partial shade
- Pruning
- Pruning group 1
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free