Easily identified by its gray shaggy bark, this native Ohio tree is rarely available because of slow growth in early years. Prefers a rich, well-drained loamy soil, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils.
Product Description
CARYA ovata – Shagbark Hickory
Easily identified by its gray shaggy bark, this native Ohio tree is rarely available because of slow growth in early years. Prefers a rich, well-drained loamy soil, but is adaptable to a wide range of soils. It usually has leaflets of 5 sometimes 7 and its nuts are edible and sweet. Its wood is highly regarded for its strength and hardness making it also very resistant to harsh winter conditions. These plants have been container grown and will easily transplant. Native.
Sun: Full Sun/Partial Shade
Soil: Clay, Loam, Sand, High Organic Matter.
Size: Height 60-80ft., Width 60-80ft.
Zone: 4-8
Flower: Male and Female Catkins
Bloom Time: April-May
Attributes: Edible Fruit, Very Hardy, Low Maintenance, Interesting Bark, Salt Tolerant, Native