Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
United States, Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
shadbush, wild plum
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Swamps, Thickets, Woods
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
4-9
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6
Habit
Upright/Erect
Oval or Rounded
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
White
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Red, Violet, Plum
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green, Gray Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Yellow, Red, Orange, Orange Red
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
Average
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Grafting, 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
occasional watering once established
In Summer
Lots of watering
Drought Tolerant
In Spring
Moderate
Moderate
In Winter
Average Water
Less Watering
Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline
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
Prune if you want to improve plant shape
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, Less fertilizing
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Bacterial leaf spot, Beetles, Powdery mildew, Red blotch, Rust
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Drought, Heat And Humidity
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Flower Petal Number
-
Single
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds, Deers, Hoverflies
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
-
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
-
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Improve skin condition, Skin Problems
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Agroforestry, Food for animals, Food for birds, No fertilizer, pesticides, or herbicides needed, soil stabilisation
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Diarrhea, Gastrointestinal disorders, Menstrual Disorders
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
Food for animals, Used As Food
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Edible, Feature Plant, Foundation, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Mixed Border, Screening / Wind Break, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
AMELANCHIER arborea
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Common Serviceberry, Downy Serviceberry, Juneberry, Shadbush
In German
Pekannuss
Felsenbirnen
In French
Pacanier
Amélanchier
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Amelanchier
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Amelanchier
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Świdośliwa
In Latin
Pecan
Amelanchier
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Rosales
Family
Juglandaceae
Rosaceae
Genus
Carya Nutt.
Amelanchier
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Dicotyledonous
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Malvoideae
Season and Care of Pecan and Juneberry
Season and care of Pecan and Juneberry is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Juneberry Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Juneberry season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Juneberry is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Juneberry is Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline.
Pecan and Juneberry Physical Information
Pecan and Juneberry physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Juneberry height is 610.00 cm and width 300.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Juneberry are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Juneberry
Care of Pecan and Juneberry include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Juneberry pruning is done Prune if you want to improve plant shape. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Juneberry needs Drought Tolerant and in winter, it needs Less Watering.