Celtis laevigata

Sugarberry

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Native North American deciduous tree featuring smooth gray bark and sweet black drupes. Drought tolerant, excellent for shade or windbreaks.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sugarberry
Family Cannabaceae
Genus Celtis
Species Laevigata
Origin North America
Blooming Small inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in spring.
Leaf Color Green, turning yellow/orange in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Adaptable to various soils including clay and sandy loam; requires good drainage.

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established; water regularly during the first few years.

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Sunlight & Care

Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade; thrives in open landscapes.

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization needed; apply compost in early spring if growth is slow.

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Pruning

Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and shape canopy before bud break.

Pest Control Aphid Scale Insect Webworm

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 104°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 80%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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