Shagbark Hickory

Carya ovata
Juglandaceae

Growth Habit

Tree

Description

Large tree reaching 60-80' in height but it can reach 100-120'. Usually develops a straight, cylindricaltrunk with an oblong crown of ascending and descending branches. Fall color rich yellow and golden brown tones. Bark on older trunks shagging characteristically into long flat plates, which are free at the base or both ends. Seed edible.

Source of plant

St. Lawrence Nurseries, Forestfarm Nursery, Ruth Nix

USDA Hardiness Zone

4

Special characteristics

bark, food, fall color, growth habit