Bitternut Hickory
Carya Cordiformis
Overview
Carya cordiformis, known as Bitternut Hickory, is a towering deciduous tree, reaching heights of 50-80 feet. Its slender, upturned branches bear pinnate leaves, with foliage turning golden yellow in fall. Producing inedible nuts encased in thin husks, this tree thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It's notable for its ridged gray bark and serves as an excellent tall shade or specimen tree in spacious landscapes.
Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Tree
- Family
- Juglandaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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