Sand Hickory

Carya Pallida

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Overview

The Sand Hickory (Carya pallida) is a hardy deciduous tree, thriving in well-drained sandy soils. With a mature height of 65-100 feet and a spread of 35-50 feet, its narrow canopy features finely textured, pinnate foliage that turns yellow in fall. Drought-resistant, it produces edible nuts encased in thin husks. Suited for zones 6-9, it's an excellent choice for naturalistic designs and attracts a variety of wildlife.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–10Climate Temperate

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — The Sand Hickory (Carya pallida) is a hardy deciduous tree, thriving in well-drained sandy soils

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — With a mature height of 65-100 feet and a spread of 35-50 feet

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — its narrow canopy features finely textured

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — pinnate foliage that turns yellow in fall

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — Drought-resistant, it produces edible nuts encased in thin husks

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — Suited for zones 6-9, it's an excellent choice for naturalistic designs and attracts a variety of wildlife

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — The Sand Hickory, scientifically known as Carya pallida, is a species native to the southeastern United States

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Juglandaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — The Sand Hickory (Carya pallida) is a hardy deciduous tree, thriving in well-drained sandy soils

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — With a mature height of 65-100 feet and a spread of 35-50 feet

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — its narrow canopy features finely textured

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — pinnate foliage that turns yellow in fall

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — Drought-resistant, it produces edible nuts encased in thin husks

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — Suited for zones 6-9, it's an excellent choice for naturalistic designs and attracts a variety of wildlife

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — The Sand Hickory, scientifically known as Carya pallida, is a species native to the southeastern United States

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — This deciduous tree is best known for its adaptability and subtle beauty

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — adding a touch of elegance to any landscape

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — The Sand Hickory typically reaches a height of 30 to 60 feet with a spread of 20 to 35 feet at maturity

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — This hickory boasts compound leaves ranging from 8 to 12 inches in length

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — composed of five to nine narrow leaflets which exhibit a pale underside

Sand Hickory (Carya Pallida) — hence the name 'pallida.' Foliage turns a stunning golden-yellow in the fall

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