Deciduous tree with narrow, upright growth habit. Height to 90 feet. Fall colours are golden-yellow brown tones. Popular for its sweet edible nuts and shredding bark. Wildlife enjoy the nuts every fall. The Federally Endangered Indiana Bat finds refuge under its bark. Important food plant for Hairstreaks and Underwing caterpillars. Sap can be cooked to make sweet and flavourful hickory syrup. Nut production should start in 25 to 30 years. Plant many for good pollination. Native. Two potted plants for $13.