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Shagbark Hickory - Zone 4
Shagbark Hickory - Zone 4
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$20.00 CAD
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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.
Biotope
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
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
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.
Pollination
Pollination
Self-fertile. The presence of at least two trees ensures a good production of ideal nuts.
Source
Source
Seedlings from the Montérégie region.
