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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:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.