Hackberry Seeds - Northern Hackberry

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(Celtis occidentalis) Perennial. Hardy to zone 3. Elm Family. Native range—Manitoba to southern Quebec. Trees most often reach 30-60 feet, but can grow up to 150 feet tall. Beautif ul light-colored hardwood, great for lumber. Fast grower, mature crown is rounded.GROWING INSTRUCTIONS For best results, sow outdoors in Fall, mulch beds. If sowing indoors... SEED PRETREATMENT: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours. Mix seeds with a moistened grow medium 4x seed volume. Place in a plastic bag, covered tray/cells or container. STRATIFICATION: 90 days cold/moist (5°C), in your fridge is a good spot for this. Inspect periodically for even moisture. POST-STRATIFICATION: Sow stratified seeds 3/8” deep. Alternate soil temperatures during the day (15-20°C) and night (10-15°C). Water evenly and regularly. GERMINATION: When all previously mentioned requirements are fulfilled, germination generally occurs in 60-75 days. GROWING: Full sun. Drought tolerant. Tolerant of various soils. How To Start Your Tree Seeds*Excited about growing Flowering Trees from seed? Learn more HERE.* --------------------------------- Available direct from Incredible Seeds, a Canadian Heirloom and Heritage Seed Company, offering only the best natural, non-GMO, open pollinated and untreated seeds, located in Mi'kma'ki / Nova Scotia. Show more