Shagbark Hickory is a beautiful tree that is admired in all seasons, but is enjoyed most during the summer because it is a nice, strong, upright shade tree.
Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)
Why was the Queen jealous of the tree?
Because it had a bigger crown than her!
Because it had a bigger crown than her!
Did you know?
- The wood is used to make axe handles and baseball bats
- The bark is used to produce flavoring for food, such as hickory-smoked bacon
- The tree gets its name from the shaggy appearance of the bark
Common Names:
- Shagbarrk Hickory
- Upland Hickory
- Scalybark Hickory
Wildlife Benefits:
- Fox, mice, chipmunks, squirrels, rabbits, and birds eat the nuts
Habitat:
- Woodlands
Size:
- 60-70' tall, with a crown width of 30-40'
Growing Conditions:
- Full sun to partial shade
- Moist, well-drained soil
Select Identification Characteristics:
- Leaf Type: Pinnately Compound
- Leaf Arrangement: Alternate
- Bud Arrangement: Alternate
- Terminal Bud: Single
