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Western Mountain Ash vs Bitternut Hickory
Carya cordiformis
Sorbus scopulina
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Bitternut Hickory is a large deciduous tree that makes a great shade tree for yards and parks. This tree is native to Eastern North America. Although it produces nuts, they are bitter and inedible. Some consider this wood to be the best flavour for smoking meats.
Plant Bitternut Hickory in it’s forever home. It is difficult to transplant due to its long taproot, and may not survive.
The wood is strong and has historically been used for wheels, ladders, and furniture.
Western Mountain Ash is a popular ornamental tree native to the western part of North America. Its attractive, white clusters of flowers bloom in early summer, making way for red, yellow or orange fruit in the fall. If the fruit doesn't catch your eye, Western Mountain Ash's autumn colours will capture your–and the birds's–attention.