Northern Pecan
$20.00 – $50.00
Description
Northern Pecan | ||
Description | Northern pecan (Carya illinoinensis) is a large, deciduous tree that produces edible nuts. It is the largest of all the hickories. The bark is grayish brown to light brown with flattened ridges and narrow fissures. Medium green leaves will turn yellow in the fall. This tree provides shade and cover which is great for wildlife or for livestock in a pasture. | |
Seedling information
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Age | 0-2 years |
Size | 12-18″ | |
Size
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Height | 75-100 ft |
Spread | 40-70 ft | |
Growth rate | Slow | |
Needs
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Sun | Full sun |
Water use | Medium | |
Soil | Moist, well drained | |
Nut
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Bloom time | April, May |
Bloom color | Greenish-yellow | |
Fruit type | Nut | |
Edible/Inedible | Edible | |
Nativeness | Native to southern US; climate-adapted | |
Benefits | Good for wildlife, fall foliage, shade, nuts, pastures | |
Climate Change Hardiness | New habitat (US Forest Service) |
Additional information
Amount | 5, 10, 25, 50 |
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