Description
Shellbark Hickory produces one of the largest, sweet nuts in the hickory family. Native within 500 miles of the Ohio river valley. I don’t want to discourage you but remember, If you are in the northern states that nut trees may grow well but it takes warm summer days to produce nut meat. More info on the shellbark. We also grow other hickories.
Scientific Name: Carya laciniosa
Zone: 4 to 9
Mature Height: 80- 110′
Mature Width: 50-60′
Fruit: large, sweet nuts.
Flowers:inconspicuous
Bloom Time:spring
Growth Rate: Slow
Soil:wet soil
Drought Tolerance:not good
Flood Tolerance: handles wet soil well.
Sun Requirements:full sun to partial sun
Fall Color:brown
Wildlife Value: excellent game and livestock food.
