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Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) - Zone 4

Name: Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) - Zone 4
Brand: Pépinière la Réfriche
Price: 12.5 CAD
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Size 3''-6'' 6''-1'

type Wild Local New-York Select

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Carya ovata - A native tree, the Shagbark Hickory is a rare jewel in the forests of southern Quebec. In addition to being remarkably ornamental, it produces mild nuts that taste similar to pecans.

Wild - Zone 3: Hickories from this selection come from wild trees in Quebec and Ontario outside the Outaouais region.

Local - Zone 4 : Hickories from this selection come from wild trees in the Outaouais region.

New York Select - Zone 5: Hickories from this selection come from trees cultivated by Mennonites. The ease of extraction of the kernel is average for the whole. Some are larger and rounder, while others are more rectangular, with a sweeter taste reminiscent of maple water.

Biotope

It prefers humid lowlands, but also grows in higher grounds provided that the soil is rich and well drained. It grows well even in the shade, which is why it is usually found in mature forests.

Wood

Although cutting a healthy Oval Hickory is unfortunate, its wood can be used for smoking food, for cabinet making and for making the best tool handles.

Size and shape

It can reach up to 25 m in height and 60 cm in diameter. It can live up to 200 years and grows rather slowly. The trunk is straight and slender. The top is composed of short branches spread upwards.