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Shellbark Hickory

Carya Laciniosa

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Overview

The Shellbark Hickory, Carya laciniosa, is a stately deciduous tree, coveted for its large, oblong nuts and shaggy bark. Maturing to heights of 60-80 feet with a spread of 40-60 feet, this native hardwood provides dense canopy cover and vibrant golden-yellow fall foliage. It requires moist, well-drained soils, thriving in full sun. Notably, it has a slow growth rate but promises longevity and robustness in varied landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — is a stately deciduous tree
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — oblong nuts and shaggy bark; rounded crown that provides denseShellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — typically 12 to 24 inches longShellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — this native hardwood provides dense canopy cover and vibrant golden-yellow fall foliageShellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — tree with green and yellow bloomsShellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — Its deep taproot can make transplantation difficultShellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — the Shellbark Hickory thrives in moist+47

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
5–10

Shape & size

Mature height
60–80 Ft.
Mature width
40–60 Ft.

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Juglandaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — is a stately deciduous tree
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — oblong nuts and shaggy bark; rounded crown that provides dense
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — typically 12 to 24 inches long
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — this native hardwood provides dense canopy cover and vibrant golden-yellow fall foliage
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — tree with green and yellow blooms
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — Its deep taproot can make transplantation difficult
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — the Shellbark Hickory thrives in moist
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — Reaching an impressive height of 60 to 80 feet with a spread of 40 to 60 feet at maturity
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — contributing to the ecosystem of your garden.<br><br>Preferring full sun to partial shade
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — turning to a golden yellow in the fall
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — is a stately deciduous tree; this native hardwood provides dense canopy cover and vibrant golden-yellow fall foliage
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — tree for full or half
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — including squirrels and birds
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — 1.5 to 2.5 inches in diameter
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — Maturing to heights of 60-80 feet with a spread of 40-60 feet
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — Maturing to heights of 60-80 feet with a spread of 40-60 feet; approximately 4 to 6 inches in length
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — is a stately deciduous tree renowned for its notable strength
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — the Shellbark Hickory is characterized by its broad
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — Its pinnately compound leaves
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — the Shellbark Hickory's bark texture adds visual interest to the landscape throughout the year
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — enhancing seasonal interest.<br><br>Spring brings the emergence of slender
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — and the robust nature of the tree ensures it will be a steadfast presence for generations
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — this native hardwood provides dense canopy cover and vibrant golden-yellow fall foliage; it is a slow-growing species
Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) — green and yellow flowers in the garden
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