At Flowing Well Tree Farm, we specialize in growing strong, native trees that thrive in the Southeast. One standout performer is the Pignut Hickory (Carya glabra)—a tall, stately hardwood known for its strength, beauty, and adaptability. This classic American tree is an excellent choice for property owners who want long-lived shade, wildlife value, and a connection to the native landscape.

What is Pignut Hickory?

Pignut Hickory is a native deciduous tree found throughout the eastern and southeastern United States. It’s part of the hickory family, renowned for tough wood and nut-bearing species. Mature Pignut Hickories can reach 60–80 feet tall with a strong central trunk and an attractive rounded canopy that provides excellent shade.

The tree produces small, pear-shaped nuts with a hard shell. While not the sweetest hickory nut, they are still valuable to wildlife—including squirrels, deer, turkey, and other native species.

Growing Zones

USDA Zones: 4–9

Performs exceptionally well in Georgia, Alabama, the Carolinas, Florida (north/central), and Texas

Why Choose Pignut Hickory?

🌳 Long-Lived Shade Tree – Offers decades of reliable shade and strong structure.
🍂 Seasonal Beauty – Glossy green summer leaves turn golden-yellow in fall.
🐿 Wildlife Value – Nuts and cover support birds and mammals alike.
💪 Durability – Resistant to pests, diseases, and tough soil conditions.
🌱 Native Heritage – An authentic part of Southern forests and landscapes.

Planting & Care

Soil: Adapts to a wide range of soils, from sandy loam to clay. Prefers well-drained conditions.

Sun: Best performance in full sun, but tolerates partial shade.

Water: Drought-tolerant once established. Benefits from deep watering during the first few years.

Maintenance: Low-maintenance, but allow room to grow—it develops into a large shade tree.

Landscape Uses

Large residential shade tree

Wildlife or conservation plantings

Park and recreation areas

Native reforestation or habitat restoration

Stately specimen tree for open spaces

Why Buy Pignut Hickory from Flowing Well Tree Farm?

At Flowing Well Tree Farm in Pierson, FL, we grow native trees like Pignut Hickory from liners to larger container sizes, ensuring healthy, nursery-grown stock that’s ready to thrive on your property. Whether you’re looking to add a single heritage tree to your yard or incorporate hickories into a larger project, we deliver quality every time.

📦 No minimum orders – delivery available across the Southeast!
🌱 Florida-grown, hardy stock perfect for Georgia, Alabama, Texas, and the Carolinas.
🌳 Expert planting advice included with every order.

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👉 Explore Pignut Hickory and other native trees at FlowingWellTreeFarm.com or contact us at Madison@FlowingWellTreeFarm.com