Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
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Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
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Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
All sorts of environments
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
7-9
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Twisted/Contorted
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Red
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Dark Green
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Type of Soil
Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring
Spring, Late Spring, Fall, Late Fall, Early Winter
Tolerances
-
Drought, Salt
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Budding, Seedlings, Stem Cutting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Medium
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
Allow to dry out slightly between watering, Average Water Needs
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
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial shade
Pruning
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Cut leaves after fall, Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Compost, fertilize in growing season
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Aphids, Bacteria wilt, Fungal Diseases, Rats, Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Dry soil, Salt and Soil Compaction, Shallow soil
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
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Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
allergic conjunctivitis, Itchy eyes, Respiratory problems
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Beautification, Hanging Basket, Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Beautiful Skin, Good for the Scalp, Moisturizing, Remove blemishes
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Absorbs greenhouse gases, Food for animals, Insect Repellent, Prevent Soil Erosion, Shadow Tree
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Acne, Dysentry, Nutritive, osteoporosis
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Flowers, Fruits, Leaves
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Animal Feed, Application in Handicrafts, Biomass for fuel, Oil is used for aromatherapy
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Feature Plant, Mixed Border
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
Arbutus menziesii
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Arbutus
In German
Pekannuss
Erdbeerbaum
In French
Pacanier
arbousier
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Arbitus
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
árbuto
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
mącznik
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Order
Juglandales
Ericales
Family
Juglandaceae
Ericaceae
Genus
Carya Nutt.
Arbutus
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids, Eudicots
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Arbutoideae
Season and Care of Pecan and Arbutus
Season and care of Pecan and Arbutus is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Arbutus Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Arbutus season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Arbutus is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Arbutus is Acidic, Neutral.
Pecan and Arbutus Physical Information
Pecan and Arbutus physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Arbutus height is 460.00 cm and width 240.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Arbutus are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Arbutus
Care of Pecan and Arbutus include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Arbutus pruning is done Cut leaves after fall, Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches and Remove dead leaves. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Arbutus needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.