Description
Northern Pecan is a good choice for a nut tree in the northern states but be aware as with most nut trees a late frost can reduce the growth in a given year. Site planning is a must. Here are some of our other nut trees that we have.
Scientific Name: Carya illinoinensis
Zone: 5-9 Find Your Growing Zone
Mature Height: 75-100 ft
Mature Width: 40-70 ft
Fruit: 1-3″ long nuts that are edible
Flowers: Catkins are the male flowers; the female flowers are spikes. Bloom time late March to early April.
Bloom Time: April
Growth Rate: Medium (12” – 24” per year), but with plenty of water and fertilizer can grow very quickly
Soil: Does best with acidic, moist, silty loams – but can grow in almost any soil
Drought Tolerance: Poor
Flood Tolerance: Moderate
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Fall Color: Creamy Yellow
Wildlife Value: Great food resource for mammals and many types of birds. Also provides great cover.
