Shellbark Hickory

Carya laciniosa

A less common tree that features a straight trunk, narrow rounded crown. The nuts of shellbark hickory are sweet and edible and the largest of all hickories. Its large leaves and orange twigs set it apart from other hickories. 

Current Sale Size: 18-24” bare-root seedlings.

* Bundles of 25 qualify for Mix & Match discount, see Hardwoods collection for more information.

Soils: Loam

Growth rate: relatively fast

Moisture: moist to wet

Shade Tolerance: Full sun to shade

Mature Height: 60 - 80 ft., reaching up to 130 ft.

Deer Damage Potential: Medium

Origin: native

Uses: lumber, wildlife, shade, ornamental, fall colors, firewood, food