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Shellbark Hickory
It is less common than either the Shagbark or Bitternut Hickories. Like other hickories, it is very tolerant of summer drought. The nuts of shellbark hickory are utilized by wildlife (ducks, quail, wild turkeys, squirrels, chipmunks, deer, foxes, raccoons, and white-footed mice) and man. This tall shade tree displays a yellow fall color. Its sweet, huge nuts are relished by squirrels and give it an alternative common name of King Nut Hickory, due to their being the largest of the hickories. The Shellbark Hickory tree, Carya laciniosa, is also know as bigleaf shagbark, kingnut, big shellbark, bottom shellbark, thick shellbark and western shellbark). The wood is similar to that of the Shagbark Hickory and is used in much the same way. This deciduous tree is similar to that of the Shagbark Hickory, but often not quite as shaggy. The fruit is larger than other hickories. This is a big tree and it prefers wet, fertile bottomland. ... details
Sargents Crabtree The fruit is bright red. Sargent Crabapple trees are know for their stunning flowers. It is used as a specimen or patio tree. Excellent for wildlife because of its edible dark red berries. One of the smallest crabapples, it is a mounded, wide spreading tree, (wider than high), with disordered branching and frequent cross branching. This crabapple has the smallest leaves of all the crabs. This deciduous tree has moderate water requirements and a moderate tolerance to salt and alkali. Summer foliage is a dark green color. Flowers are white, red when bud is opening. The Sargent Crabapple tree, Malus Sargentii, is a dwarf flowering tree that flowers profusely in early spring with pink to white scented blossoms. |
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