NAME:
COMMON – Pignut Hickory
BOTANICAL – Carya glabra
FAMILY – Juglandaceae

DERIVATION:
Native to eastern, southeastern and central USA and parts of Canada. It is found in all areas of NC.

GROWTH CHARACTERISTICS:
It is a strong, tall tree up to 8o feet tall and 40 feet wide with a straight trunk and dense oval to rounded form.

LOCATION:
It is adaptable to fertile sandy or clay loams in well-drained soils in sun to partial sun. It is drought tolerant once established and has a deep taproot so be sure to choose a permanent spot when planting. Propagate by seed or hardwood cuttings.

ATTRIBUTES, VALUE, UNIQUE CHARACTERISTICS:
Pignut hickory is a medium to a large deciduous tree in the walnut family. Pignut hickory produces nuts that can be bitter but are eaten by many different wildlife species. The large compound leaves emerge reddish in spring and turn yellow in fall, giving it three seasons of interest. Wildlife-friendly tree, attracting butterflies, pollinators and various mammals.

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