Hackberry (Celtis occidentalis)

50-60 ft. ht., 40-50 ft. w., The branching is unruly and numerous in it’s youth with many leaders. Hackberry’s growth rate is very fast in its youth and slow as it matures. In 10 years it will grow 20-25 ft. It is very adaptable tree, growing in wet and dry soil in full sun. It does well as a street tree. The birds enjoy the purplish-black fruit that is edible.