Mockernut

Overview

The Mockernut Hickory, Carya tomentosa, is a robust deciduous tree, growing 50-60 ft tall with a spread of 20-30 ft. It boasts a dense, rounded crown and sturdy, furrowed bark. In spring, yellow-green catkins complement compound leaves that turn golden in fall. This slow-growing, long-lived tree prefers well-drained soil, in full sun to partial shade. Hardy in zones 5-9, it is drought-resistant once established, providing valuable wildlife sustenance.