What are the three types of pecans?

The most popular pecan varieties in the United States are Desirable, Cape Fear, Stuart, and Moreland. Most of the varieties get their name from their discoverers or creator or are named after the places they were discovered in. Some varieties also get their names from the Native American tribes.

What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 pecan trees?

Type I, or protandrous, pecans are those in which the catkins appear first. Catkins are commonly called tassels because their golden strands hang in clumps throughout the tree. Type II, or protogynous, pecans are those in which the female nutlets become receptive before the catkins begin to shed pollen.

What is the best tasting pecan variety?

The Elliot variety is one of the most flavorful pecans and a favorite with Georgia Pecan Growers. Elliot pecans produce an oilier meat than other varieties which give it the rich flavor.

How many different kinds of pecans are there?

There are over 500 different types of pecans. Many of them are named after Native American tribes, while others are named after the person who originally grafted the pecan plant. Different types of pecans are often distinguished by the size and flavor of the nut.

What is the most popular pecan tree?

Most Popular Pecan Varieties
  • Hybrid American Chestnut Tree. $ 79.99.
  • Elliot Pecan Tree | Type 2 Pollinator. $ 74.95.
  • Amling Pecan Tree | Type 1 Pollinator. $ 79.95.
  • Oconee Pecan Tree | Type 1 Pollinator. $ 29.99.

Do you need 2 pecan trees to produce nuts?

For pecan trees to bare nuts you will need two or more different cultivars, as they require cross pollination for maximum productivity. Pecan trees do not bear fruit until they are between the ages of four and 12 years old and that is determined by the cultivar.

How do you tell the difference between a male and female pecan tree?

Pecan trees are monoecious. This means that they produce separate male and female flowers on the same plant. Male flowers are located on 4-5 inch long catkins, while female flowers are small, yellowish-green, and grow on spikes at the tips of shoots.

Which state has the best pecans?

The United States is the world’s leading producer of pecans, and Georgia is historically the leading pecan-producing State, typically accounting for about 33 percent of U.S. production.

What is the largest pecan variety?

The Mahan pecan, the largest pecan grown, is a long, slender nut that measures about 21/2 inches long and has a rich, flavorful and dense kernel. Mahan pecan trees are vigorous growing and produce pecans that average about 31 nuts per pound.

What are Type 2 pecan trees?

Type II, or protogynous, pecans are those in which the female nutlets become receptive before the catkins begin to shed pollen.

How do you tell the difference between a male and female pecan tree?

Pecan trees are monoecious. This means that they produce separate male and female flowers on the same plant. Male flowers are located on 4-5 inch long catkins, while female flowers are small, yellowish-green, and grow on spikes at the tips of shoots.

What is the largest pecan variety?

The Mahan pecan, the largest pecan grown, is a long, slender nut that measures about 21/2 inches long and has a rich, flavorful and dense kernel. Mahan pecan trees are vigorous growing and produce pecans that average about 31 nuts per pound.

How close do pecan trees need to be to pollinate?

150 feet
Research has shown that pecan trees need a pollinator within 150 feet. This is why we often recommend placing a pollinator at every 5th tree on every 5th row if you prefer planting a solid block of one cultivar.

Can you plant just one pecan tree?

Adequate moisture must be available to the tree throughout the entire first summer. If planting only one or two pecan trees, space at least 40-60 feet apart so they have adequate space to grow. If you are planning an orchard and will be thinning trees as they grow, you can plant as little as 20 feet apart.

Do pecan trees need a lot of water?

The Recommended Amount of Water for Pecan Trees

The typical water requirement for growing a pecan tree is one gallon per day. By the time your tree ages three, it should receive three gallons of water daily. During the hottest month from August to October, you should double the amount of water.

Why does my pecan tree not produce pecans?

Premature Loss of Nuts

During many years a lack of pollination causes the greatest loss of nuts. Since pecans are wind-pollinated only, excessive rainfall during the spring bloom prevents pollination as noted earlier, and the poorly pollinated flowers produce small nuts that subsequently abort.

What is the lifespan of a pecan tree?

200-300 years
Pecan trees reach maturity at around twelve years old, and they can live as long as 200-300 years (and continue to produce!) when grown in ideal conditions. Pecan tree height typically ranges from 70 to 100 feet, but some trees can grow as tall as 150 feet or higher.

What time of year is best to plant pecan trees?

November through February is the best time to plant pecan trees. But before you decide to add a pecan tree to your landscape, there are some things to consider. Pecan trees grow to be quite large – 60 feet tall with a spread of 40 feet – so make sure your site is large enough.