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Shagbark and Shellbark Hickory (Carya ovata and Carya laciniosa)

Exploring the many gifts offered by Shagbark/Shellbark Hickory in the context of Food Forest Design. The Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata) is a large deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and Canada. Also known as the Scalybark Hickory or the Upland Hickory, it’s a long-lived perennial that may reach 350 years old or more.  Shagbark […]