Common Hackberry
Planted 2008
A large deciduous tree that grows in adverse conditions. It can handle a wide range of soils and urban pollution. The grey bark has a distinctive pattern with warts that turn into ridges as the tree matures. Galls on the leaves is very common, but do not damage the tree or cause any long-term adverse effect.
| Height | Width | Zone | Growth Rate | Water Use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40-60 ft. | 40-60 ft. | 3-9 | Moderate | Low |
Leaf
Alternate ovate rough textured. 2-5” long light green leaves.
Fruit
Green changing to dark purple in fall. Sweet fleshy, round fruit. Birds consume and disperse the seed.
Flower
Insignificant.
Advantages
Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions. Wet, dry, and poor soils.
Disadvantages
Fruit dropping is untidy especially on sidewalks.