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| Carya ovata - Shagbark Hickory |
| Family |
Juglandaceae |
| Botanical Name |
Carya ovata |
| Common Name |
Shagbark Hickory |
| Size |
60 - 80', may reach 120'+ |
| Hardiness |
Zone 4 - 8 |
| Culture |
Prefers rich and well-drained soils, adaptable. |
| Ornamental Value |
Valued for its bark texture and attracts wildlife. |
| Landscape Use |
Specimen for large areas, and naturalizing. |
| Key Identifying Characteristics |
Alternate, pinnately compound leaves that smell like apples
when crushed; exfoliating bark. |
| Notable Cultivars |
none |
| Campus Location |
Main: |
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