Carya aquatica

Water Hickory

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A large deciduous hardwood tree native to North American wetlands, valued for timber and nuts; tolerates periodic flooding but requires deep soil.
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Plant Details

Common Name Water Hickory
Family Juglandaceae
Genus Carya
Species Aquatica
Variety Synonym for C. palustris
Origin United States
Blooming Foliage plant, flowers in late spring (catkins)
Leaf Color Emerald green turning yellow/orange
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Deep, moist loam or clay; tolerates wet conditions better than most hickories

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment; highly tolerant of saturated soil once mature

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun for optimal growth and nut production, shade tolerance decreases with age

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges

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Pruning

Prune dormant season to maintain structural integrity and remove dead wood

Pest Control Aphid Borer Caterpillar Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-4° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
20% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
2500 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 80%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1500
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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