Bitternut Hickory
Carya Cordiformis
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Hardiness zone
- 4-9
- Min. Temperature
- −29°F (−34°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Well drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral
Plant traits
Mature height50-80 ft
Mature spread30-50 ft
Plant typeShade Trees
Bloom seasonSpring
Foliage typeDeciduous
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantNo
Fire tolerantNo
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyNo
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