Shagbark Hickory
Carya ovata
Juglandaceae
Other names
Shellbark Hickory
Growth habit
Tree
Perennation
Long-lived polycarpic perennial
Native distribution
Native to the Finger Lakes Region, Quebec South to FL & TX
Location
Schnee Oak Collection, Mundy Wildflower Garden, South Hill Swamp
Source of plant
St. Lawrence Nurseries, Forestfarm Nursery, Ruth Nix
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.
USDA Hardiness Zone
4
Special characteristics
bark, food, fall color, growth habit