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Urban Forestry
Pignut Hickory
 
Pignut Hickory
   

Florida Native:

Yes

Special interest:

Fall color

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Height at Maturity:

50'

Width at Maturity:

35'

Grow Space:

Large

Soil Requirements:

Acid, moist, fertile

Cold Hardiness:

Hardy

Evergreen/Deciduous:

Deciduous, 2-3 months

Salt Tolerance:

Moderate

Drought Tolerance:

High

Comments:

High wind tolerance, excellent wildlife tree and fall
color. Preferred use on large lots or reforestation projects. Nuts will cause a problem in turf and paved areas. Prone to fall caterpillars. A great, long-lived shade tree for large areas.

Uses:

Shade

Maintenance:

$
 
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