Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)

*Spring 2023*: Although we are sold out of bareroot hickories this year, we've got some potted ones that will be available for pickup at the nursery starting in April.

Shagbark hickory (Carya ovata) is a member of the plant family that includes walnuts and pecans. It is a large deciduous tree that can grow over 100 feet tall and live for hundreds of years.  It produces a sweet nut that is often used as a substitute for pecan. Although not native to our part of Canada (native as far north as southern Maine / Quebec south of Montreal), this species is of interest for us as a wild nut tree crop.  So far in the trials on our woodlot, winters haven't been an issue for them.

Prefers fertile, well-drained soil and full to partial sun.

Seed Source(s): Ontario

Hardiness (Canada): 5

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Orders placed between Sept 1 and Oct 31: Delivery / ready for pickup in early November 2022
Orders placed between Nov 1 and Apr 15: Delivery / ready for pickup in late April or early May 2023