shagbark hickory

Seedling trees of named cultivars. It requires at least two trees for cross-pollination. Hickories are wind-pollinated.

While nuts of the shagbark are among the smallest of the hickories, they are also known for being the most flavorful. They are also known for having a thinner shell than other hickories of the eastern US, with the exception of the bitternut hickory. Seedling trees are grown from mother trees that are named cultivars.

Plant details:
Genus & species: Carya ovata
Hardiness: Zone 4 to 8
Sun: Full sun preferred, shade tolerated at expense of growth.
Soil type: Tolerant of a variety of soil types, though preferring rich, deep, moist, loamy soils
Soil moisture: Tolerant of varying moisture levels but prefers moist soils, well-drained, drought-tolerant once established