Hickory

Hickory commonly grows in the western third of all three hardwood regions. Its heartwood is a medium brown with a cream colored sapwood. Hickory is hard, heavy and very strong. Of the several varieties, the true Hickories are found in the Appalachian and Northern Regions. In the South, Pecan Hickory is more common. Hickory is used in furniture, paneling, tool handles and utility applications. Alternate species include Elm, Ash and Hackberry.