Carya aquatica ~ Water HickoryWater Hickory is a species of hickory native to the southeastern United States. They thrive in wet areas like swamps and bottomland forests. Water hickory trees are known for their edible nuts, though they can be bitter and contain tannins. They also have a tight, dense wood grain, making them relatively resistant to moisture.

Musashino Zelkova is a upward branching deciduous tree with a tight columnar crown and bark that exfoliates when mature

pyramidal growth habit and its attractive foliage

Large ball-like clusters of non-fragrant flowers open lime green but quickly mature to white in spring

Lower branches often break off leaving pin-like stubs

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and mildew

It can be susceptible to leaf spot and powdery mildew

It is a cultivar of the Eastern Red Cedar (Juniperus virginiana) species

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