Carya cordiformis
Plant Type- Deciduous Tree
Flower Color- Insignificant
Foliage Color- Green during the summer and yellow in the fall
Growth Habit- Upright slender
Growth Rate- Moderate
Zone- 3-7
Height- 50-70 feet tall
Spread- 35-40 feet wide
Light- Full sun
Details- This tree produces nuts about 1″ in size. The fruit drops late summer into fall. Prefers acidic soil that is well drained.
Pruning- Pruning should be while the tree is dormant. Generally, in December through March.
Other Hickory tree options.
- Shagbark Hickory
- Shellbark Hickory