Image of Carya ovata
Source: Egorova Svetlana
Carya ovata
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Carya ovata
Shagbark Hickory
caryer ovale
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Bloom Colour: Green Bloom Period: Apr - May
Max Height: 90.0 feet
Max Width: 70.0 feet
Light Condition:
Full sun More than 6 hours of direct sun a day
Part shade More than 2 or 3 hours but less than 6 hours of direct sun a day
Soil conditions:
Moisture medium Tolerates medium soil condition
Lifespan: Perennial plants that will that come back year after year
Special Features and Considerations:
GRASP candidate This plant is a GRASP candidate

Plant Location

Distribution according to VASCAN

Distribution: Carya ovata
Ephemeral Native Introduced Excluded Extirpated Doubtful Absent

Ecological Benefits

Sowing Information

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  • Sowing depth: Sow 1 inch deep
  • Sow by December
  • Stratification conditions: Soak for 4 days, changing water every day
  • Stratification duration: 120 days

Harvesting and Seed Sharing

GRASP Candidate