Celtis australis

Size: 40cm/45L
Sale price$250.00

Celtis australis, known as the European Nettle Tree, features smooth gray bark and glossy dark green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. This deciduous tree offers a rounded canopy and straight trunk, making it excellent for shade, avenues, and urban gardens.

They look excellent in streetscapes and parks, valued for drought tolerance, pollution resistance, and low maintenance. Thriving in full sun to partial shade, it requires moderate watering initially, reducing as it establishes.

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About This Tree

Botanical Profile

Explore the essential characteristics and growth habits of this plant, curated to assist you in making an inspired and confident choice for your landscape.

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height

Mature Width:

10m – 12m

Expected Growth Pear Year

Approx. 50 – 80 cm per year

Evergreen/ Deciduous

Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months)

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Sunlight Tolerance
  • Full Sun
Form & Shape

Celtis australis is considered:

  • Broad
  • Rounded
Australian Native?

No

Flowering Information

Flower Colour: Not Applicable

Flower Type:

  • Not Applicable

Flowering Period

Foliage Type / Shape
  • Broad

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Here Is What Customers Like You Frequently Ask

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Can Celtis australis tolerate urban conditions? Absolutely, it's well-suited for urban landscapes due to its pollution tolerance.
  • Is it wildlife-friendly? Yes, birds are particularly attracted to its fruit.

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Planting Guide

Plant Spacing

Hedging & Screening: Occasionally used in informal screens, plant 2 m – 3 m apart.

Feature Tree: Plant 4 m – 5 m apart for open-canopy growth.

Avenue Planting Trees:5 m – 6 m spacing for effective shade tree avenues.

How to Plant Celtis australis

How to Plant:

  1. Choose a spot with well-draining soil in full sun or partial shade.
  2. Dig a hole twice the width and equal depth of the root ball.
  3. Position the tree upright in the hole.
  4. Refill with soil and compress to remove air pockets.
  5. Water thoroughly.

Root Ball Dimensions (Width × Depth) For Planting

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

  • 30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
  • 40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
  • 50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
  • 100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
  • 150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
  • 200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
  • 300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
  • 400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
  • 750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
  • 1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
  • 2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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