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Carya laciniosa

Also Known As

Shellbark Hickory

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-40'
W: 30'-40'

planting zones

5a-9b

Carya laciniosa plant details

Carya laciniosa is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring green flowers emerge. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Carya laciniosa

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: green blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Carya laciniosa

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An elegant native of the low woods, river flood plains and streambanks from New York to Oklahoma, slow-growing to 60-80' this tree features large, handsome 7-9 parted leaves, insignificant green spring flowers bear large 2" sweet and edible nuts (the biggest of all hickories), gorgeous shaggy bark peels in strips on older specimens, its strong resilient wood is used for tools. S/M-W