BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Available in winter 2012

Description

A superb, tree which is native to large areas of eastern North America and one of the stars of the famous Westonbirt Arboretum with its bright green leaves that turn a glowing golden-yellow in autumn. A fantastic specimen tree and can in a good position produce sweet, edible seed when mature. Its eventual size makes it suitable for larger gardens or woodland areas.

Supplied Size: 

• Common name: Shag Bark Hickory.
• Position: Full sun or light, partial shade.
• Soil: Fertile, well drained soil. Will tolerate chalky soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy. Carya ovata will establish itself better in a warm garden.
• Flowering Period: June.
• Rate of Growth: Slow.
• Habit: Medium sized or eventually large, stately tree.
  • Height: 25 - 30 m
  • Spread: 10 - 15 m

• Notes: As a general rule, Carya grow poorly in containers and should be planted out when young before they develop a large tap root. The plants we have available are therefore very small!

Plant Video

The Carya ovata in our woodland gardens (taken in September 2010).

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