About
Celtis sinensis is a substantial tree characterized by a somewhat open crown that forms an umbel to rounded shape. Its leaves are thin and feature serrated edges from the midsection to the tip. In the first year, twigs can be notably elongated, exhibiting a brown to reddish-brown hue, occasionally with slight hairiness. The mature bark is smooth and displays a grey tone. Flower clusters are modest in appearance and give way to drupes that range in color from green to orange-red or black.
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
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Columnar upright, Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- Higher than 12 metres
- Spread
- wider than 8 metres
- Time to full height
- 20-50 years
- Suggested uses
- Architectural, Wildlife gardens
- Native to
- Far East
Care notes
- Cultivation
- A warmth-loving plant that grows noticeably faster in a warm, dry environment than in a cold, wet climate. Prefers well-drained soil. Can tolerate drought and air pollution. Avoid planting along driveways, pavements and roads as the roots can cause damage. Avoid damaging the wood with string trimmers and other equipment as wood rot can occur. It has the potential to become a nuisance in some environments if not managed well
- Pruning
- Pruning group 1 Prune while young to promote a strong growth pattern by removing multiple trunks and weak branch crotches
- Propagation
- Propagate by seed in autumn
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free