Carya tomentosa
Mockernut Hickory, White Hickory
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
15 - 23m
Width:
11 - 15m
Growth Rate:
Slow
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Requires acid soil (pH 5.0 to 7.0)
Drought Tolerance:
High
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Naturalization, Parks, 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