Pignut Hickory
(Carya glabra)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Tree
Height: 50 - 80 ft
Spread: 40 - 50 ft
Flower Color: Yellow-Green
Flower Time: Spring (Apr)
Fruit Type: Nut
Fruit Color: Brown
Autumn Color: Yellow / Gold
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: Medium
Moisture Preference: Low / Medium
Deer Resistance*: High
Dog Safe**: Yes
Conservation Status (MD): SNR - Unranked
Other Names: Sweet Pignut
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Pignut Hickory is a larval host that supports 235 species of caterpillars. Hickory nuts provide food for a wide variety of mammals and many birds (song and game). Mature trees provide cover for birds and mammals, nest sites, and den habitats for squirrels.
