If you plant a Shangbark Hickory in the Twin Cities or further north, in a place where there is very little space and sun, realize that this is only a zone 5-8 tree made for southwest Minnesota and it will not survive. These trees need ample light, and they grow up to 80 feet in height. Likewise, you cannot plant a Japanese Maple tree under the scorching sun. These ornamental trees prefer to have some shade.