Shellbark Hickory (Carya Laciniosa) is RECOMMENDED FOR WILDLIFE!!!! Edible Nut. The wood of shellbark hickory is hard, heavy, strong, and very flexible, making it a favored wood for tool handles. Desired for furniture, cabinets, and veneer. Similar to Shagbark Hickory, its bark separates into long, curved strips. Also, the Shellbark’s doesn’t grow as tall and has heavier branches than the Shagbark. Prefers bottomland and it is also called kingnut hickory, because it has the largest nut of all hickories.
- Includes 5 seedlings per order
- Mature Height: 65-95 ft.
- Mature Spread: 30-40 ft.
- Growth: Very Slow
- Soil: Moist/Well Drained
- Sunlight Requirements: Partial/Full
- Spacing: 30 ft.
- Fall Color: Yellow to Golden
- Fruit: Hickory Nut
- Food for Wildlife
**Available only for local pick up at the Duke Lundgard Building, Miami County Fairgrounds – April 8th (2-6pm) or April 9th (8am-6pm).**
