CARYA cordiformis

Slender tree with irregular, cylindrical crown of stiff ascending branches and gray to brown shallowly furrowed bark. One of the faster growing hickories. Native to Ohio.

Product Description

CARYA cordiformis – Bitternut Hickory

Slender tree with irregular, cylindrical crown of stiff ascending branches and gray to brown shallowly furrowed bark. Yellow fall color. One of the fastest-growing hickories. Bitternut Hickory’s bright yellow buds distinguish it from other hickories. Native to Ohio.

Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade

Soil:  Clay, Loam, Sand, High Organic Matter.

Size: Height 50-75ft., Width 30-40ft.

Zone: 4-9

Flower: Male and Female Catkins

Bloom Time: April-May

Attributes: Low Maintenance, Salt Tolerant, Ohio Native