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Carya illinoieninsis

Pecan

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: Steve Jacobs

 

Description

This plant produces deciduous leaves that have lance-shaped leaflets and twigs that are a grayish/brown color with light brown buds.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green, Yellow

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate, Slow

Soil Type

Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Fall

Location Uses

Background, Lawn

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Give your sprinkler system a checkup when turning it on in the spring and occasionally during the summer.

Trim branches that are obstructing spray patterns and raise sprinklers that are too low for spray to clear the grass.