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    CELTIS
    CELTIS
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    CELTIS

    Commonly known as Hackberry, Nettle tree

    Genus of about 70 species of deciduous and evergreen trees and shrubs from temperate and tropical regions in both hemispheres. It is usually found in woodlands, on rocky slopes or on riverbanks.

    C. australis is one of the contenders for the fruit in Tennyson's "The Lotos-Eaters"

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Pests & Diseases
      None.
    • Place of origin
      Temperate and tropical regions of both hemispheres.
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Tree
      In maritime climates are usually found as small, multi-stemmed trees. Grown for their form, habit and foliage, which colours well in autumn.
    • Fertile well drained soil
      Tolerates drier soil in colder climates. Deep fertile well drained soil in warmer climates.
    • Full sun
      In colder climates - sun or partial shade in warmer climates.
    View Planting Tips and Care Advice
    Trees - Care Guide

    Varieties

    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
    All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
    1 ltr
    £8.50
    Vermin & Pest Control
    SB Plant Invigorator
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug Pellets
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
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