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Carya glabra

Pignut Hickory, Red Hickory, False Shagbark Hickory

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

15 - 18m

Width:

8 - 11m

Growth Rate:

Slow

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun Part Shade

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)

Drought Tolerance:

Very High

Flooding Tolerance:

Low

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Sensitive

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Unknown

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Naturalization, Parks, Highway, Residential, Wide Median

Native to Ontario:

Yes

Native to North America:

Yes

Insects and Diseases

No serious or common issues in the urban environment. During drought Hickory bark beetle can be a problem for stressed trees.

Management Notes

Fruit litter may be an issue