Celtis australis - STEM 225 CM, GIRTH 18-20 CM RB

Description
The Southern nettle tree (Celtis australis) is a spreading tree that produces light green flowers. They appear in May. These produce dark red, round fruits from September. Its bark is grey and smooth. In a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of around 20 metres and grows to a width of around 10 metres.

Bulletpoints
* heat-tolerant, drought-resistant, thermophilic

Bark
Grey, smooth bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Spread
Southern Europe to Caucasus.

Frost hardiness
The Southern nettle tree has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Spreading.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady, wind-protected position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Flower
The light green flowers appear in May.

Fruit
Celtis australis forms dark red fruits with a sweet flavour. The flesh of these round fruits is mealy. Ripen from September.

Use
Solitary, park, consumption

Shoots
The shoots of Celtis australis are tomentose.

Root
Celtis australis is a deep-rooting plant.