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Bitternut Hickory

Bitternut Hickory

Bitternut Hickory

Carya cordiformis

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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.


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BITTERNUT HICKORY
QUICK FACTS

Zone: 4a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Spread: 13 m (42 ft)
Moisture: normal, wet
Light: any
Fuzz/fluff: no
Catkins: yes
Bark: ridged, durable
Nuts: bitter
Growth rate: slow
Life span: long
Maintenance: low
Suckering: high
Pollution tolerance: high

Other names: swamp hickory

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