{"product_id":"caryer-cordiforme","title":"Bitternut Hickory","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBitternut Hickory (\u003cem\u003eCarya cordiformis\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardy Native Shade Tree for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Expert Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bitternut Hickory (\u003cem\u003eCarya cordiformis\u003c\/em\u003e) is a \u003cstrong\u003emoderate-growing\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ecold-hardy\u003c\/strong\u003e tree ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada (Zones 4–7). It typically grows \u003cstrong\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/strong\u003e and reaches \u003cstrong\u003e100–130 ft (30-40 m) at maturity\u003c\/strong\u003e. Best for \u003cstrong\u003elarge shade landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003ereforestation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003ewildlife habitats\u003c\/strong\u003e, it offers bright yellow fall foliage and excellent adaptability to a wide range of soil conditions including moist and clay soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Bitternut Hickory for Ontario and Eastern Canada?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003etough native hardwood well adapted to Canadian climates\u003c\/strong\u003e, valued for its durability, adaptability, and ecological benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zone 4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shade \/ Large yards \/ Naturalized landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright yellow fall colour + wildlife value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNative \/ Non-native:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native to Quebec and Eastern Canada\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt adapts well to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-drained moist soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLoamy soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeutral soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRural and naturalized environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWet sites, flood tolerance, and cold winters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9572%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eMature Height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003e100–130 ft (30–40 m)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eMature Spread\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003e60–90 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eGrowth Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003e1–2 ft per year\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eHardiness Zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003e4 (Ideal for Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eSun Exposure\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003ePartial shade or shade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eSoil Preference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003eMoist, well-drained, adaptable (tolerates clay)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eWater Needs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003eModerate (regular first year)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eDrought Tolerance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003eModerate once established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eDeer Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 38.6033%;\"\u003eLifespan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 61.1371%;\"\u003e100–150+ years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Bitternut Hickory Right for Your Yard?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose Bitternut Hickory if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want \u003cstrong\u003elong-term shade within 7–10 years\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou have a \u003cstrong\u003elarge yard or rural property\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou live in Zone 4–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou want \u003cstrong\u003enative biodiversity + strong fall colour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a tree for \u003cstrong\u003ereforestation or natural landscapes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot ideal if:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour yard is small (large mature size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou need a fast-growing privacy tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYou are planting too close to buildings or infrastructure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackyard shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReforestation projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWildlife habitat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWind protection on large properties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural woodland planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy it works:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bitternut Hickory develops a strong central trunk and high canopy, produces \u003cstrong\u003enon-edible\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003enuts that support wildlife\u003c\/strong\u003e, and tolerates challenging soils like clay and moist conditions, making it highly versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat Makes Bitternut Hickory Special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA resilient native tree with strong ecological value and seasonal beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow-green buds and emerging compound leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense foliage provides reliable shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFall:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brilliant yellow foliage stands out in landscapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong branching structure adds architectural interest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Survival in Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, Bitternut Hickory is hardy in Ontario and Eastern Canada Zones 4–7 and tolerates typical Canadian winter conditions including snow load and freezing temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 2–3 inches of mulch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply before the first hard frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young trees from strong winds if exposed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Guide for Ontario and Eastern Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest planting time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpring (April–June)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly fall (September–October)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25–35 ft from foundations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30–45 ft between trees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering (first year):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater deeply once per week during the first growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust based on rainfall and soil conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Answers (FAQ)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow fast does Bitternut Hickory grow in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTypically 1–2 ft per year in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it cold hardy in Ontario?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is hardy to Zone 4 and performs well in Zones 4–7.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need another tree for pollination?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo—wind-pollinated, but multiple trees can improve nut production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAre the roots invasive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, but deep roots require planting away from structures (25+ ft recommended).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it messy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eModerate—drops leaves and small bitter nuts in fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompare With Similar Trees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 99.9568%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7471%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2027%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.4789%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Feature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.449%;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7471%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/bitternut-hickory\" title=\"Bitternut hickory (Carya cordiformis)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/bitternut-hickory\" title=\"Bitternut hickory (Carya cordiformis)\"\u003eBitternut Hickory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2027%;\"\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.4789%;\"\u003eTough, adaptable + yellow fall colour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.449%;\"\u003eNative shade \u0026amp; wildlife\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7471%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/shagbark-hickory\" title=\"Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/shagbark-hickory\" title=\"Shagbark Hickory (Carya ovata)\"\u003eShagbark Hickory\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2027%;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.4789%;\"\u003ePeeling bark + \u003cstrong\u003eedible nuts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.449%;\"\u003eRustic landscapes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.7471%;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/arbresenligne.com\/en\/products\/butternut\" title=\"Butternut (Juglans cinerea)\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/butternut\" title=\"Butternut (Juglans cinerea)\"\u003eButternut\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 16.2027%;\"\u003eSlow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 32.4789%;\"\u003eNative, edible nuts,\u0026nbsp; adaptable, broad crown\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 24.449%;\"\u003eNaturalized areas, edible landscapes, large yards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Across Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNursery-grown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packaged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShipped to your door in Quebec, Ontario and Atlantic Provinces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy root system guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/zone-4-plants-eastern-canada\" title=\"Collection: Hardiness Zone 4 Plants\"\u003eZone 4 Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/collections\/nut-trees-and-shrubs\" title=\"Collection: Nut Trees and Shrubs\"\u003eNut Trees and Shrubs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Articles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest Native Hardwood Trees for Canadian Landscapes\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Arbresenligne.com","offers":[{"title":"Large (310 ml)","offer_id":47260229108031,"sku":null,"price":6.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/8241\/1327\/files\/caryer-cordiforme-carya-cordiformis-illustration.jpg?v=1701882413","url":"https:\/\/treesonline.ca\/products\/bitternut-hickory","provider":"Arbresenligne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}