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Pecans are a staple of the southern gardener. The trees grow
large
(50+ ft.) and add beauty to any landscape. The nuts are used in so many
different ways such as salads, breads, butters and fresh out of the shell. We
enjoy them fresh year round by keeping them in the freezer. Plant trees 60-90
ft. apart. For cross-pollination, plant a Type 1
(Protagynous) variety with a
Type 2 (Protandrous)
variety to coordinate the correct blooming sequence.
A lot of fancy talk for
having one tree ready to shed pollen when the other is ready to receive pollen.
Bearing age can be 3 to 7 years, and will vary by variety and area. Available
zinc in the soil is very important for good nut formation; consult your local
Extension Service agent for recommendations. Our trees are a 2-3 ft. height with
a 2 ft. tap root and far reaching feeder roots. Prepare a 2-3 ft. deep by 3 ft.
wide hole. Mix soil with composted amendments and possibly lime, as they prefer
a loose soil with a pH of 6.0-6.5.
More
information is available at
Hort on the Net
2-3 ft Trees for $24.95
(Don't be disillusioned - these 2-3+ ft trees have
a
2 ft taproot and feeder roots that are 2+ ft wide!)
Pecan and Almond trees have sold out
for the 2008 Winter season.
We will begin shipping again in
December 2008.
Thank you for a great season - see us
in the Fall!
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This
symbol denotes a disease resistant variety