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Carya laciniosa

Shellbark Hickory (King Nut Hickory)

The narrow, rounded crown, smooth, gray, exfoliating bark, compound, lance-shaped foliage and egg-shaped nuts are the common characteristics of this tree.

  • »  Narrow, rounded crown
  • »  Compound, dark green, finely toothed foliage
  • »  Greenish-yellow blooms
  • »  Fall colour is yellow to golden-brown
  • »  Flowers give way to egg-shaped nuts
  • »  Bark will exfoliate in long strips with maturity
  • »  Bloom Time: April to May

3gal
$195.00
7gal
$285.00
  • Category:Trees
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:16-24 m
  • Spread:12-18 m
  • Bloom Color: Lime-green
Additional Information about Carya laciniosa

Native to Ontario

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Carya laciniosa

Provide a large space for this tree to grow. It may be difficult to transplant because of its deep taproot. The nuts of Shellbark Hickory are the largest of all the hickories.