Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Western Asia
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
Büttnera Czerwona, Hedelfinger Sweet Cherry
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Woodland Garden Canopy
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
5-8
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
2a, 2b, 6, 7, 14, 15
Habit
Upright/Erect
Upright/Erect
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
-
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
-
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
-
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
-
Leaf Shape
Pinnate
broad, flat
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
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Well drained
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Semi-hardwood and hardwood cuttings
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
Water 1 in. per week during the active growing period, Water more in summer
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
Pruning
Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth, Remove dead branches
Remove dead branches, Remove thin branches
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
A 10 pound bag of 16-4-8 fertilizer
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Aphids, Borers, Mites
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
Drought
Flowers
Insignificant
Showy
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
Birds, Flies
Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Mild Allergen, Vomiting
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Beautification, Used in parkland
Beauty Benefits
Hair Conditioner, Making cosmetics, Reduce Bruises
Anti-ageing, Good Cleanser, Good for skin, Promotes Healthy Hair
Environmental Uses
Air purification, Nesting sites for birds, Shadow Tree
Air purification
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
Antitussive, Astringent, Diuretic, Tonic
Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Fruits, Seeds
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Used for making green dye, Wood is used for making furniture
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Edible, Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees, Topiary / Bonsai / Espalier
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
PRUNUS avium
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Sweet Cherry
In German
Pekannuss
Süße Kirsche
In French
Pacanier
Cerise sucrée
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Cereza dulce
In Greek
Pecan
γλυκό κεράσι
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
Cereja doce
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
Słodka Wiśnia
In Latin
Pecan
dulcis cerasus
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Rosales
Family
Juglandaceae
Rosaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
Tribe
Juglandeae
Amygdaleae
Subfamily
Juglandoideae
Amygdaloideae
Season and Care of Pecan and Sweet Cherry
Season and care of Pecan and Sweet Cherry is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Sweet Cherry Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Sweet Cherry season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Sweet Cherry is Clay, Loam, Sand while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Sweet Cherry is Acidic, Neutral.
Pecan and Sweet Cherry Physical Information
Pecan and Sweet Cherry physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Sweet Cherry height is 910.00 cm and width 760.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Sweet Cherry are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Sweet Cherry
Care of Pecan and Sweet Cherry include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Sweet Cherry pruning is done Remove dead branches and Remove thin branches. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Sweet Cherry needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.