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Plant Care
Pignut hickory
(Carya glabra)
Also Known As
Pignut hickory, Pignut, Hollow pignut, Smoothbark hickory
About This Plant
Carya glabra, commonly known as Pignut Hickory, is a species of hickory in the walnut family, Juglandaceae. It is a medium to large-sized deciduous tree, growing up to 80 feet (24 meters) tall and 3 feet (0.9 meters) in diameter, with a narrow, oblong crown.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
60-80 feet (18-24 meters) tall and 2-3 feet (0.6-0.9 meters) in diameter
Light Requirements
Pignut hickory prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade.
Humidity Needs
It can tolerate low humidity.
Fertilizing Schedule
It does not require regular fertilization, but a slow-release fertilizer can be applied in early spring.
Pruning Guidelines
Pruning is not necessary, but dead or diseased branches should be removed.
Common Pests and Diseases
Pignut hickory is susceptible to a number of pests and diseases, including hickory bark beetle, hickory shuckworm, and pecan weevil.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
It requires moderate watering, especially during the first few years of growth.
Temperature Range
Pignut hickory can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, but it prefers a temperate climate.
Growing Season
Late spring to early fall
Growing Difficulty Level
Moderate
USDA Hardiness Zones
USDA hardiness zones 5-9
Did You Know?
The wood of the Pignut Hickory is used to make tool handles, furniture, and flooring. It is also a popular wood for smoking meats.
