Size/Age: 1-year seedling, 8-14 inches tall
USDA Growing Zones: Zones 4-8
Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is an important native tree for wildlife habitat improvement. These seedlings will develop into long-lived trees that produce nutrient-dense, high-fat hickory nuts that are eagerly consumed by deer, squirrels, turkey, and other wildlife species.
Our hickory seedlings are grown from select nuts harvested from productive parent trees. Each seedling is carefully cultivated to develop a strong taproot system essential for successful transplanting and future growth.
Hickories typically begin nut production in 15-20 years, making them a long-term investment in your property's wildlife value. Once mature, they provide reliable nut crops even in years when other mast producers like oaks might fail, creating a more consistent food source for wildlife.
Benefits for Wildlife/Hunters:
High-fat, protein-rich nuts provide excellent nutrition for deer in fall
Creates diverse mast production to complement oaks
Provides crucial food energy for wildlife preparing for winter
Bark and buds are browsed by deer during winter months
Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full to partial sun. Hickories develop deep taproots, so choose planting sites carefully. Space 40-60 feet apart for mature trees.
Care Requirements: Water deeply during establishment. Hickories are drought-resistant once established and require minimal care. Protect young seedlings from browsing until well established.
Bulk Price: $17 each for 5+ trees
Shipping Notes: Ships bare-root during dormant season. Hickories are slow-growing but extremely long-lived trees. Take care not to damage the taproot during planting.
Size/Age: 1-year seedling, 8-14 inches tall
USDA Growing Zones: Zones 4-8
Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is an important native tree for wildlife habitat improvement. These seedlings will develop into long-lived trees that produce nutrient-dense, high-fat hickory nuts that are eagerly consumed by deer, squirrels, turkey, and other wildlife species.
Our hickory seedlings are grown from select nuts harvested from productive parent trees. Each seedling is carefully cultivated to develop a strong taproot system essential for successful transplanting and future growth.
Hickories typically begin nut production in 15-20 years, making them a long-term investment in your property's wildlife value. Once mature, they provide reliable nut crops even in years when other mast producers like oaks might fail, creating a more consistent food source for wildlife.
Benefits for Wildlife/Hunters:
High-fat, protein-rich nuts provide excellent nutrition for deer in fall
Creates diverse mast production to complement oaks
Provides crucial food energy for wildlife preparing for winter
Bark and buds are browsed by deer during winter months
Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil in full to partial sun. Hickories develop deep taproots, so choose planting sites carefully. Space 40-60 feet apart for mature trees.
Care Requirements: Water deeply during establishment. Hickories are drought-resistant once established and require minimal care. Protect young seedlings from browsing until well established.
Bulk Price: $17 each for 5+ trees
Shipping Notes: Ships bare-root during dormant season. Hickories are slow-growing but extremely long-lived trees. Take care not to damage the taproot during planting.
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