Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Southwestern United States, Canada
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Cercis
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Bluffs, stream banks, Wet forest, Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
3-9
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20
Habit
Upright/Erect
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
White, Purple, Pink, Light Pink
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Brown, Chocolate
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Purple, Plum
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Yellow, Yellow green
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Heart-shaped
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Spring, Spring, Late Spring
Tolerances
-
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Plant Maintenance
Medium
Low
Watering Requirements
Requires watering in the growing season, Use Mulches to help prevent water loss during hot and windy weather, Water more in summer
Requires regular watering, Water more in summer
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Ample Water
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam
Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil Drainage Capacity
Well drained
Well drained
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, Remove hanging branches
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
fertilize in growing season, Nitrogen, slow-release fertilizers
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Caterpillars, Red blotch, Scale
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Dry soil, Salt, Soil Compaction, Wet Site
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Glossy
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Mild Allergen
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Beautification, Bonsai, Landscape Designing, Showy Purposes
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
-
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Air purification, 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
Astringent, Diarrhea, Dysentry, Fever, Leukemia
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Bark, Buds, Flowers, Seeds
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Decoration Purposes, Showy Purposes, Used as firewood, Used As Food, Used as Ornamental plant, Used for its medicinal properties, Used for woodware
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Feature Plant, Foundation, Mixed Border, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
CERCIS canadensis
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Eastern Redbud
In Hindi
पेकॉन
Eastern Redbud
In German
Pekannuss
OstRedbud
In French
Pacanier
Redbud Orient
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Eastern Redbud
In Greek
Pecan
Ανατολική κουτσουπιά
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Redbud oriental
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Redbud wschodniej
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Tracheophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Fabales
Family
Juglandaceae
Fabaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Tribe
Juglandeae
Cercideae
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Caesalpiniaceae
Season and Care of Pecan and Eastern Redbud
Season and care of Pecan and Eastern Redbud is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Eastern Redbud Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Eastern Redbud season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Eastern Redbud is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Eastern Redbud is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Pecan and Eastern Redbud Physical Information
Pecan and Eastern Redbud physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Eastern Redbud height is 760.00 cm and width 760.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Eastern Redbud are as follows:
Pecan flower color: Yellow and Green
Pecan leaf color: Green
Eastern Redbud flower color: White, Purple, Pink and Light Pink
- Eastern Redbud leaf color: Purple and Plum
Care of Pecan and Eastern Redbud
Care of Pecan and Eastern Redbud include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Eastern Redbud pruning is done Remove damaged leaves, Remove dead branches, Remove dead leaves and Remove hanging branches. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Eastern Redbud needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.