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Bitternut Hickory

Bitternut Hickory

Carya cordiformis

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EdibleDrought-hardyBiomass and mulch

A native hardwood tree valued for its hard wood and edible nuts enclosed in a thin, bitter husk. It develops golden-yellow fall color and tolerates a range of soil conditions.

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Eastern Black Walnut

Eastern Black Walnut

Juglans nigra

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EdibleDynamic accumulatorBiomass and mulch

A large deciduous tree native to eastern North America, valued for its dark wood and edible nuts, though it produces allelopathic compounds that inhibit nearby plants. It develops a broad, spreading canopy and displays attractive golden fall foliage.

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Northern California Black Walnut

Northern California Black Walnut

Juglans hindsii

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EdibleWildlife habitat & foodBiomass and mulch

A large native California walnut tree valued for its edible nuts and deep root system. Produces aromatic foliage and substantial shade, though the juglone compound it releases can inhibit growth of nearby plants.

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Pecan

Pecan

Carya illinoinensis

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EdibleWildlife habitat & foodWindbreak

A large deciduous tree prized for its edible nut crop, featuring compound leaves that turn golden in fall. Requires space, warm growing conditions, and cross-pollination for best production.

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Persian Walnut

Persian Walnut

Juglans regia

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EdibleDynamic accumulatorWindbreak

A large deciduous tree prized for its edible walnuts and attractive spreading canopy. It produces catkins in spring and bears hard-shelled nuts in fall.

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Pignut Hickory

Pignut Hickory

Carya glabra

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EdibleDrought-hardy

Pignut hickory is a tall, deciduous hardwood tree native to eastern North America, valued for its strong wood and small edible nuts. It displays attractive golden-bronze fall foliage and adapts well to a range of soil conditions.

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Shagbark Hickory

Shagbark Hickory

Carya ovata

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EdibleWildlife habitat & foodDynamic accumulator

A large native deciduous tree valued for its distinctive shaggy gray bark, compound leaves that turn golden-bronze in fall, and edible nuts. It requires space to mature but provides excellent shade and wildlife food.

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