Xeriscape Landscaping Plants For The Arizona Desert Environment
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Canyon Hackberry, Celtis reticulata

Canyon Hackberry, Celtis reticulata. September 13, 2006 Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden.

Netleaf Hackberry, Celtis reticulata	Western Hackberry, Celtis reticulata
Western Hackberry, Celtis reticulata	Sugarberry, Celtis reticulata

Canyon Hackberry Celtis reticulata, Elm Family: ( Ulmaceae ), Canyon Hackberry; sometimes called Netleaf Hackberry, Western Hackberry, Sugarberry. Canyon Hackberry is a shrub or small tree with a spreading irregular crown. When small it spreads in an irregular fashion. As a tree it can reach 30 feet tall with a 30 foot spread. Celtis reticulata is irregularly distributed from the Chihuahuan desert on the south to the arid plains of eastern Washington on the north. It is usually found in dry, rocky hillsides, canyons and dry stream beds from about 2,500 feet to 6,500 feet. It has a drooping form with twisted branches and trunks, with very densely divided branches and veined leaves. Netleaf Hackberry can be used to attract birds and wildlife into the landscape. In the lower desert it will not survive extended droughts without irrigation. Height: Up To 30 feet, they spread out about 30 feet. Flowers: The color is greenish. Blooming Time: Late February - April. Stems/Trunks: It has a very distinctive bark. Leaves: Bright green, simple, saw-toothed elm tree-like leaves about 2 1/2 inches long. Found: Native from Idaho to California to Arizona. Northern Mexico. Fruit: Birds Love It!. Elevation: 2,500 - 6,500 Feet. Habitat: Dry, rocky hillsides, canyons and dry stream beds. Also used for Xeriscape landscaping. Miscellaneous: Flowering Photos Taken: March 26, 2006 Glendale Xeriscape Demonstration Garden.