Life Span
Perennial
Perennial
Origin
Southeastern United States, Central United States, South-Central United States, Mexico
Northeastern United States, Mid-Atlantic United States, North-Central United States, Central United States, Canada
Types
Elliot Pecan, Gafford Pecan
it is a type of birch
Habitat
Loamy soils, Moist woods, Tropical regions
Hillside, Mountain tops
USDA Hardiness Zone
5-9
4-7
Sunset Zone
2b, 3a, 3b, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 12, 13, 14, 18, 19, 20
A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16
Habit
Upright/Erect
Pyramidal
Flower Color
Yellow, Green
Light Yellow, Light Green
Flower Color Modifier
Bicolor
Bicolor
Fruit Color
Tan, Brown
Bronze, Sandy Brown
Leaf Color in Spring
Green
Green, Dark Green
Leaf Color in Summer
Green
Dark Green
Leaf Color in Fall
Yellow
Yellow
Plant Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Sunlight
Full Sun
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Growth Rate
Medium
Medium
Type of Soil
Loam
Clay, Loam
The pH of Soil
Acidic, Neutral
Acidic, Neutral
Soil Drainage
Well drained
Average
Bloom Time
Spring
Early Spring
Where to Plant?
Ground
Ground
How to Plant?
Seedlings, Stem Planting
Seedlings
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, Do Not over Water
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
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 to half of its height
Fertilizers
Apply 10-10-10 amount, Nitrogen, Zinc fertilizers
All-Purpose Liquid Fertilizer, fertilize twice a year
Pests and Diseases
Crown rot, Leaf curl, Leaf spot, Red blotch, Snails, Squirrels
Borers, Chlorosis
Plant Tolerance
Heat Tolerance, Humidity, Shade areas, Soil Compaction
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Flowers
Insignificant
Insignificant
Fragrant Bark/Stem
No
Yes
Foliage Texture
Medium
Medium
Foliage Sheen
Matte
Matte
Attracts
Birds, Deers, Squirrels
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Allergy
Rhinitis, Sinuses
Respiratory problems, Skin rash
Aesthetic Uses
Cottage Garden
Landscape Designing, 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, Shelter for wildlife
Medicinal Uses
Alzheimer’s Disease, Antidepressant, Anti-oxidant, Appetite enhancer, Cardiovascular problems, Detoxifies lever, Diabetes, Gallbladder Diseases, Gout, Strengthen gums, tuberculosis
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Part of Plant Used
Bark, Fruits
Bark, Sap
Other Uses
Air freshner, Application in Furniture, used for making charcoal, Used in making musical instruments, Used in paper industry
Edible syrup, used for making charcoal, Used for making wood alcohol, Used in Furniture
Used As Indoor Plant
No
No
Used As Outdoor Plant
Yes
Yes
Garden Design
Fruit / Fruit Tree, Shade Trees
Feature Plant, Shade Trees
Botanical Name
CARYA illinoinensis
BETULA alleghaniensis
Common Name
Papershell Pecan, Pecan
Yellow Birch
In Hindi
पेकॉन
Yellow Birch
In German
Pekannuss
Yellow Birch
In French
Pacanier
bouleau jaune
In Spanish
Carya illinoinensis
Abedul amarillo
In Greek
Pecan
κίτρινο Birch
In Portuguese
Nogueira-pecã
κίτρινο Birch
In Polish
Orzesznik jadalny
żółte brzozy
In Latin
Pecan
Birch flavum
Phylum
Magnoliophyta
Magnoliophyta
Class
Magnoliopsida
Magnoliopsida
Order
Juglandales
Fagales
Family
Juglandaceae
Betulaceae
Clade
Angiosperms, Eudicots, Rosids
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Subfamily
Juglandoideae
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Season and Care of Pecan and Yellow Birch
Season and care of Pecan and Yellow Birch is important to know. While considering everything about Pecan and Yellow Birch Care, growing season is an essential factor. Pecan season is Spring, Summer and Fall and Yellow Birch season is Spring, Summer and Fall. The type of soil for Pecan is Loam and for Yellow Birch is Clay, Loam while the PH of soil for Pecan is Acidic, Neutral and for Yellow Birch is Acidic, Neutral.
Pecan and Yellow Birch Physical Information
Pecan and Yellow Birch physical information is very important for comparison. Pecan height is 2,130.00 cm and width 1,220.00 cm whereas Yellow Birch height is 1,680.00 cm and width 760.00 cm. The color specification of Pecan and Yellow Birch are as follows:
Care of Pecan and Yellow Birch
Care of Pecan and Yellow Birch include pruning, fertilizers, watering etc. Pecan pruning is done Cut upper 1/3 section when young to enhancegrowth and Remove dead branches and Yellow Birch pruning is done Prune to half of its height. In summer Pecan needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water. Whereas, in summer Yellow Birch needs Lots of watering and in winter, it needs Average Water.