Celtis australis - Evergreen Trees Direct

Celtis australis

Name: Celtis australis
Brand: Evergreen Trees Direct
SKU: CELAUS40cm/45L
Price: 250.00 AUD
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Size: 40cm/45L

40cm/45L 100L

Current Stock Height Guides

40cm/45L: 1.5m – 2m Approx.
100L: 2.2m – 2.8m Approx.

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About Celtis australis

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.

Key Information to Know

Evergreen / Deciduous

Celtis australis is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 15m - 25m Approximately

Mature Width: 10m – 12m

Celtis australis is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 80 cm per year.

Frost Tolerance

Is Celtis australis frost tolerant?

Celtis australis is Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Flowering Information

Celtis australis produces small greenish flowers in spring that are subtle and largely inconspicuous. While not ornamental, these blooms support early-season pollinators before developing into small, berry-like drupes.

Native Information

Is Celtis australis an Australian Native? No

Celtis australis is Native to Native to southern Europe and western Asia, where it grows in dry, rocky soils and open woodlands.

Wildlife Value

Its small summer fruits attract fruit-eating birds, while the dense canopy offers valuable shade and nesting habitat. The foliage also supports a range of caterpillars and beneficial insects, boosting biodiversity in both suburban and rural garden settings.

Sunlight Information

Celtis australis will thrive best in:

Full Sun

Preffered Soil

Celtis australis performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils and tolerates slightly acidic to slightly alkaline conditions. It can manage poorer soils but may struggle in heavy clay or waterlogged areas unless improved with organic matter to enhance drainage. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then transition to deep, occasional watering as the tree matures and develops its characteristic high drought resilience.

Botanical Information

Common Name: European Nettle Tree / Hackberry

Genus: Celtis

Botanical Species: australis

Family: Cannabaceae

Botanical Name: Celtis australis

Landscape Uses

Street Tree
Shade Tree
Avenue Planting
Rural Property Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes

Celtis australis works in an:

Formal Garden – structured, symmetrical design with clipped shapes.
Woodland Garden – layered, naturalistic design under dappled light.
Low-maintenance Garden – resilient choices for easy care and year-round appeal.

Planting, Spacing & Care

How to Plant:

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

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.

Caring for Celtis australis:

Water regularly during initial growth; less often when mature.
Prune in winter to shape or remove dead/diseased branches.
Fertilize with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.

Optimizing Soil for Hardy Growth and Urban Tolerance

Ideal Drainage: Performs best in well-drained soils.

Well-Draining Soil: Supports its adaptability to various urban conditions.

If you have the following soil, here are some tips for you:

Sandy Soil: Good for its drainage; apply organic mulch to help retain moisture and provide nutrients.
Clay Soil: Not ideal but can be modified with gypsum and organic compost to enhance permeability and structure.
Loamy Soil: Excellent for growth; ensure it does not become compacted to maintain air and water movement.
Peaty Soil: Amend to ensure good drainage, critical for preventing root diseases in this tree.

Celtis australis is expected to grow Approx. 50 – 80 cm per year.

Fast Growth Rate

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)

Ideal Conditions

Northern NSW (Byron, Coffs, Armidale)
Sydney & Central Coast
South Coast NSW (Illawarra to Bega)
Inland NSW / Tablelands (Orange, Bathurst, Canberra)
Melbourne & Surrounds (Metro, Bayside, Geelong, Bellarine, Mornington)
Western District & Central VIC (Ballarat, Bendigo, Hamilton)
Adelaide Hills & Barossa
Adelaide Metro & Coastal

Thrives in

Full Sun

Frost Tolerance

Frost Hardy – Survives heavy and frequent frost without damage.

Drought Tolerance

As a young tree it requires regular watering, but once established Celtis australis develops excellent drought tolerance. It thrives in hot, dry and urban environments, maintaining its broad, arching canopy with minimal supplementary watering.

Flowering Information

Does Celtis australis flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Spring

Flower Type:

Not Applicable

Flower Colour:

Not Applicable

Frequently Asked Questions

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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