Shagbark Hickory (Bundle of 25)

$63.00

Description

Size: 12-18 / Age: 2-0 / Growth Rate: 6-12 inches per year. The Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is a medium to large deciduous tree known for its distinctive, shaggy bark and robust, hard wood. It typically grows 60-80 feet tall, though some specimens can reach over 100 feet. It has a broad, rounded crown and a straight trunk, often with wide-spreading branches that create a dense canopy of foliage. The most striking feature of the shagbark hickory is its bark, which peels off in long, thin strips that give the tree its shaggy appearance. The bark is grayish-brown and furrowed, becoming more pronounced with age, creating a unique and textured look that makes the tree easy to identify. In the fall, the leaves turn yellow, providing beautiful seasonal color. The tree produces rounded nuts encased in a thick, woody husk. The nuts are edible and highly nutritious, offering a rich, sweet flavor that is favored by wildlife such as squirrels, birds, and other mammals. Shagbark hickory thrives in well-drained soils, preferring deep, moist loamy soils and areas with full sun. It is commonly found in mixed hardwood forests, often growing on upland ridges and along streams.