Oval hickory(Carya ovata<\/em>) produces sweet, aromatic nuts that are the equivalent of pecans, but smaller (3 to 5 cm, which can fall from the tree in autumn), hardier and no less delicious. Native to the St. Lawrence Valley, it grows slowly, even in shade, and can live for a very long time, resisting drought.<\/p>\n Oval hickory is sought-after in landscaping for its expressive bark, its distinctive edible nuts, its golden autumn leaves and the strength of its wood. However, it does not tolerate salt or pollution.<\/p>\n Nut production requires planting several specimens for cross-pollination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Oval hickory(Carya ovata) produces sweet, aromatic nuts that are the equivalent of pecans, but smaller (3 to 5 cm, which can fall from the tree in autumn), hardier and no less delicious. Native to the St. Lawrence Valley, it grows slowly, even in shade, and can live for a very long time, resisting drought. Oval hickory is sought-after in landscaping … <\/p>\n