Pecan Tree Seedlings

Pecan Tree Seedlings for Sale (Carya Illinoinensis)

Growing along rivers in the south is a tree that produces an all-American nut loved by many: pecans. Pecan Tree Seedlings grow into the positively majestic specimens that produce the beloved pie ingredient within their first 10 years of growth, all the while gently embracing the landscape below with its heavenly canopy.

This makes the tree not only a highly valued commercial crop, but an unbelievably charming add to your yard. Give this seedling plenty of room to grow, and over time you will have your own supply of fresh nuts grown right from your backyard.

Plant Details – Pecan Seedlings (Pecan Trees)

Family: Juglandaceae

Light Requirement: Full Sun

Water Needs: Moderate-High

Height: 70-100 ft.

Spread: 40-75 ft.

Growth Rate: Medium-Fast

Bloom Time: Spring

Flower Color: Inconspicuous green catkins

Wildlife Value: Valuable food source for wildlife

Pecan Tree Seedlings, known by their scientific name Carya illinoisnensis, prefer nutrient-rich soil, particularly when they reach nut-producing age. It has a preference towards well-drained, but consistently watered soil. When the tree begins producing nuts, the water needs will increase dramatically to support the complex process.

As a moderately fast grower, you can expect it to add a few feet of height each year until it reaches maturity at about 20 years. It gets quite large at maturity, with a canopy growing about as wide as the tree is tall. The flowers, which are slender hanging catkins, sport a subtle green color that can blend in with the foliage.

When the tree reaches 2-10 years, it will begin producing nuts that are harvestable between the months of October and December.

Landscape Uses & Maintenance Tips for Pecan Trees

Because of the delicious nut this tree produces, it is most often planted for the purpose of human consumption. But, of course we aren’t the only ones who love it! Squirrels, deer, and other backyard wildlife enjoy the fallen nuts as a crucial food source when preparing for the cold winter.

While it takes a few years for a young sapling to start producing the beloved nuts, gardeners can enjoy the shade of the growing canopy. Apply a balanced fertilizer late in the Winter to help support optimal growth and nut production. During the dormant season, it is recommended to also prune excess branches to help form a strong, central leader.

Unique Characteristics of Pecan Tree Seedlings

Pecan Tree Seedlings will put out the oblong nuts most often in clusters of 3-6. The nuts first appear as bright green, slowly transitioning to brown as they get closer to harvest. When harvested fresh, the nuts do not look like what you typically see in a grocery store because they are encased in a hard husk that must be cracked open.