Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
North America, United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, South-Central United States, Texas, Canada, Central America
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
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Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Canyons, Dry areas, fencerows, Floodplains, Moist Soils, Old fields, open Woodlands, riparian zones, Roadsides, Thickets, Woodlands
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
3-9
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
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Habit
Upright/Erect
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Dark Red, Dark Blue, Black
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Yellow, Orange
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Oblanceolate , Ovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Type of Soil
Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Spring
Spring, Late Spring
Tolerances
-
Drought, Salt
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Root Division, Rooted stem cutting, 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
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
Average
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Pruning
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Red blotch
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Drought
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds, Butterflies
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
coma, dilation of pupils, Gastric, Respiratory problems, weakness
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
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Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree, Shelter for wildlife, Wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Cough, Sedative, Tonic
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Fruits
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used As Food, Used as Ornamental plant
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Edible, Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
PRUNUS serotina
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Black Cherry
In Hindi
पेकॉन
ब्लैक चेरी का पेड़
In German
Pekannuss
Schwarz Kirschbaum
In French
Pacanier
Noir Cherry Tree
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Negro del cerezo
In Greek
Pecan
Μαύρο Cherry Tree
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Árvore de cereja preta
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Czarny Cherry Tree
In Latin
Pecan
Prunus serotina ligno
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Rosales
Family
Juglandaceae
Rosaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Prunoideae
Season and Care of Pecan and Black Cherry
Season and care of Pecan and Black Cherry is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Black Cherry Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Black Cherry season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Black Cherry is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Black Cherry is Acidic, Neutral.
Pecan and Black Cherry Physical Information
Pecan and Black Cherry physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Black Cherry height is 2,438.40 cm and width 914.40 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Black Cherry are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Black Cherry
Care of Pecan and Black Cherry include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Black Cherry pruning is done 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 Black Cherry needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.