Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern Asia
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Types
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Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Habitat
Loamy soils, Well Drained
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
USDA Hardiness Zone
8-11
5-9
Sunset Zone
H1, H2, 8, 9, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Oval or Rounded
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
White, Red, Purple
Yellow, Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Orange Red
Tan, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green, Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green, Dark Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Green, Dark Green
Yellow
Leaf Color in Winter
Light Green
-
Leaf Shape
Elliptic
Pinnate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam, Sand
Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring
Spring
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Cuttings, Seedlings
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Average Water Needs, Do not water frequently
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Type
Loam, Sand
Loam
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Full Sun
Pruning
Prune in winter, Remove damaged fruit, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Apply N-P-K
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Aphids, Chlorosis, Red blotch, Scale insects, Whiteflies
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Plant Tolerance
Cold climate, Drought, Dry Conditions
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Flowers
Showy
Insignificant
Flower Petal Number
Single
-
Fragrant Bark/Stem
Yes
No
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Glossy
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Butterflies
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Allergy
Anaphylaxis
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Aesthetic Uses
Bonsai, Borders
Cottage Garden
Beauty Benefits
-
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Environmental Uses
Air purification
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
Digestion problems, Digestive disorders
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Part of Plant Used
Fruits
Bark, Fruits
Other Uses
Used as a laxative
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Container, Edible, Feature Plant, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Hedges, Houseplant, Mixed Border, Topiary / Bonsai / Espalier
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CITRUS reticulata 'Clementine'( Mandarin Group)
CARYA illinoinensis
Common Name
Clementine Mandarin, Mandarin
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
In German
Mandarin
Pekannuss
In French
mandarin
Pacanier
In Spanish
mandarín
Carya illinoinensis
In Portuguese
tangerina
Nogueira-pecã
In Polish
Mandarynka
Orzesznik jadalny
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Sapindales
Juglandales
Family
Rutaceae
Juglandaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
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Juglandoideae
Season and Care of Mandarin and Pecan
Season and care of Mandarin and Pecan is important to know. While considering everything about Mandarin and Pecan Care, growing season is an essential factor. Mandarin season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter and Pecan season is Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter. The type of soil for Mandarin is Loam, Sand and for Pecan is Loam while the PH of soil for Mandarin is Acidic, Neutral and for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral.
Mandarin and Pecan Physical Information
Mandarin and Pecan physical information is very important for comparison. Mandarin height is 180.00 cm and width 300.00 cm whereas Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm. The color specification of Mandarin and Pecan are as follows:
Mandarin flower color: White, Red and Purple
Mandarin leaf color: Green and Dark Green
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
- Pecan leaf color: Green
Care of Mandarin and Pecan
Care of Mandarin and Pecan include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Mandarin pruning is done Prune in winter, Remove damaged fruit, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves and Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches. In summer Mandarin needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.