Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Celtis occidentalis ‘Prairie Sentinel’
Common Name: Prairie Sentinel Hackberry
Family: Ulmaceae (Elm family)
Height: 30-40 feet at maturity
Spread: 10-15 feet
Leaf Color: Dark green, turning yellow in fall
Fruit Color: Small, inconspicuous
Growth Habit: Upright, columnar
Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade
Soil Preference: Adaptable to various soil types, including poor and clay soils
Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
Uses: Urban landscapes, narrow spaces, street trees, and hedges
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally pest-free; resistant to most diseases
Why You Will Love Prairie Sentinel Hackberry
Prairie Sentinel Hackberry offers a sleek, columnar form that is perfect for narrow spaces and urban environments. Its adaptability to various soil conditions and drought tolerance make it a practical and low-maintenance choice for city landscapes. Enjoy the tall, elegant silhouette and resilient nature of Prairie Sentinel Hackberry, which provides both aesthetic appeal and functional benefits in your outdoor space.
Prairie Sentinel
Prairie Sentinel Hackberry is a distinctive and resilient tree known for its upright, columnar shape and robust growth. This variety of Celtis occidentalis typically grows 30-40 feet in height and 10-15 feet in spread, making it an excellent choice for narrow spaces and urban environments. It features dark green, serrated leaves that turn yellow in the fall, and produces small, inconspicuous fruit. Prairie Sentinel Hackberry is valued for its tolerance of various soil conditions, drought resistance, and its ability to provide a tall, narrow silhouette
