Carya ovata

Shellbark Hickory

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Large deciduous tree native to eastern North America, reaching up to 25m tall. Valued for durable timber and sweet nuts with hard shells. Compound leaves turn yellow in autumn before leaf drop.
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Plant Details

Common Name Shellbark Hickory
Family Juglandaceae
Genus Carya
Species Ovata
Origin Eastern North America
Blooming Small greenish flowers in early spring, followed by nut development
Leaf Color Green turning yellow in autumn
Sunlight Half-shade / Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Moist, well-drained fertile soil with high organic content

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Watering

Deep watering during establishment, moderate moisture thereafter, drought tolerant once mature

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal growth and nut production, tolerant of some partial shade when young

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Fertilization

Minimal fertilization needed if soil is fertile, apply compost in early spring

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Pruning

Prune dead or damaged branches in late winter before bud break

Pest Control Aphid Borer Hickory Shuckworm

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 11 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
-31° – 104°
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)
15000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
10% – 70%
% 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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