shagbark hickory
Carya Ovata
Grow conditions
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Hardiness zone
- 4-8
- Minimum temperature
- −29°F (−34°C)
- Soil type
- Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well-drained, Moist
- Soil pH
- Acidic, Neutral
Plant traits
Mature height60 ft-80 ft
Mature width30 ft-50 ft
Plant typeFruit trees
Bloom seasonSpring
Foliage typeDeciduous
Tolerance & safety
Drought tolerantYes
Fire tolerantModerate
Pet safeSafe
Deer resistantYes
Pollinator-friendlyBees
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