Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Type
Tree
Flowering Plants, Shrubs, Vines
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Southern Africa
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Arabian jasmine, Sambac jasmine, Gold Coast jasmine
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Forest edges, Hillside, Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
-9999
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
8, 9, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
Habit
Upright/Erect
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
Pale White, White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
-
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Black, Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Gray Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Gray Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Gray Green
Leaf Color in Winter
-
Gray Green
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
Oblovate
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam
Loam, Sand
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Spring, Spring, Late Winter
Where to Plant?
Ground
Container
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings, Stem Planting
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
Do Not over Water, Requires regular watering
In Summer
Lots of watering
Lots of watering
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Average Water
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
Soil Type
Loam
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
Proper mowing practices are necessary, Prune after flowering
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
Compost, Fertilize the soil before planting, General garden fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Caterpillars, Leaf curl, Mildew
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Humidity, Salt and Soil Compaction, Shade areas
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Bold
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Chest tightness, Nausea, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Hanging Basket, small hedge
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Good for the Scalp, Makes teeth white, Provides herbal hair care, Skin cleanser
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Air purification, Indoor Air Purification, Insect Repellent
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Fever, Kidney problems, Urinary tract problems
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Flowers, Root
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Basketary, Cosmetics, Oil is used for aromatherapy, Oil is used in mosquito repellents, Oil is used in perfume, soaps, creams, etc., Used for fragrance
Used As Indoor Plant
No
Yes
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Container, Feature Plant, Foundation, Hedges, Mixed Border, Rock Garden, Wall, Tropical
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
ALOE arborescens
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Hydrangea or hortensia
In German
Pekannuss
Jasmin
In French
Pacanier
Jasmin
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Hortensia
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Jasmin
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Jasmin
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Scrophulariales
Family
Juglandaceae
Aloaceae
Genus
Carya Nutt.
Jasminium
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Asterids
Tribe
Juglandeae
Jasmineae
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
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Season and Care of Pecan and Jasmine
Season and care of Pecan and Jasmine is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Jasmine Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Jasmine season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Jasmine is Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Jasmine is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Pecan and Jasmine Physical Information
Pecan and Jasmine physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Jasmine height is 180.00 cm and width 120.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Jasmine are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Jasmine
Care of Pecan and Jasmine include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Jasmine pruning is done Proper mowing practices are necessary and Prune after flowering. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Jasmine needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.