Deciduous Tree – Sugarberry Tree

Sugarberry Tree

Botanical name: celtis laevigata 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: 50-80 ft in height with a 40-60 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 6-9 

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: green/yellow/white 

Bloom time:  spring

Pruning instructions: prune during the late winter/early spring before new growth begins to emerge to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings during the fall and winter months 

Landscape use: background planting, border/privacy 

Special features: deer resistant, cold-hardy, heat tolerant, clay tolerant, pet-friendly 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2 inches of soil dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: loam, clay 

Companion plants: beautyberry, ferns, wild columbine

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no