Shagbark Hickory

Scientific Name
Carya ovata
Credit

Sharon A. Yiesla

Last Review
Features

Loose shaggy bark and yellow to bronze fall color.

Culture

Full sun; best in moist soils, toleratessome dryness; prefers slightly acid soil pH.

Notes

This tree is difficult to transplant due to a deep taproot. The size of the tree limits its use in many landscapes.The nuts can be messy when they fall.

Plant Type
Minimum Height
Height Value
60.00
Height Unit
Feet
Maximum Height
Height Value
80.00
Height Unit
Feet
Mature Form

Narrow, oval form.

Native Regions, Text

United States (and Illinois)

Soil Conditions
Tolerances
Foliage Color
Fall Foliage Color
Images
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Shagbark Hickory form
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3501
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Shagbark Hickory bark
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3502
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Shagbark Hickory leaves and fruit
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3503
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Shagbark Hickory fall color
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3504
Size
Exposure (Outdoor)
PlantID
189