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Celtis
sinensis (Chinese Hackberry) |
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| CHARACTER:
Deciduous; round form; moderate canopy. SIZE: Medium (Height: 25-35'; Spread: 20-30'). GROWTH RATE: Moderate. FOLIAGE: Dark green, glossy, serrated leaves, 4" long. Foliage drops in fall; tree is bare December-March. FLOWER/FRUIT/BARK: Insignificant flowers. Reddish purple berries, _" across, form in fall and drop. Smooth, gray bark. MONTHLY WATERING NEEDS: In general, 15-20 gallons per week for the first 2 years; 15-20 gallons twice a month for the 3rd year; as needed after 3 years (varies by soil, sun, and wind conditions). TREE CARE: Moderate. Requires occasional pruning. May need sidewalk clean-up during fruit drop. TOLERANCES: Drought (once established), any soil, smog. Sun or shade. Special Considerations: Does not tolerate heavy fog or wind. Limited planting areas or microclimates in San Francisco. May get aphids. SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS: Does not tolerate heavy fog. NOTABLE TRAITS: Native to East Asia. Attractive, low-maintenance street tree. Disease and pest resistant. Berries attract birds. |
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