Description
Protandrous Type I
Produces large, flavorful nuts — about 48 pecans per pound. Yields consistently high-quality, easy-to-shell crops. Tree tends toward “self-thinning” (fruit drop) to improve size and quality of remaining nuts. Ripens in October to November. Grafted. Best pollinators: Kanza or Lakota.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Green |
| Distance To Pollinator | 75 - 250' |
| Fruit Color | Brown |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Ripens/Harvest | October To November |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Taste | Good Flavor |
| Texture | Crisp, Firm |
| Years to Bear | 6 - 7 |
| Zone Range | 6 - 9 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
6 - 9
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatability range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 75 - 250' for best pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow pecan trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Questions & Answers
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Disease resistance, grows well in my zone.
Rita K
on Dec 29, 2019
We have been adding various varieties to our pecan orchard.
STEPHEN AND DONNA K
on Mar 25, 2016
Disease resistance, grows well in my zone.
Rita K
on Dec 29, 2019
I needed a pollinator for my Elliot pecan In planted last fall.
Ann D
on Apr 9, 2016
Can you grow pecan tree on slope to a pond?
BEST ANSWER: If this tree is for your zone there should be no problem with a slope. You do need to make sure drainage is very good. Pecans do like plenty of water but not soaking feet.
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- Joyce T on Jan 22, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 5, 2016
When will you have trees available?
BEST ANSWER: Hi Gary, The Desirable Pecan is available to ship now, this fall season. We are restricted from shipping into the States of AZ, CA, NM & TX. If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us, remember that we're here for you. Have a great day!
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- Tabitha R Expert on Oct 7, 2019
I live in 6A. Is it to to late in the season to plant a Desirable Pecan tree?
BEST ANSWER: Hi William, This is a good question. Because weather and soil conditions vary so much from year to year and even within your zone, it's best to think of your planting time as a range of favorable conditions instead of an exact time.
You can plant new plants and trees: 1) when the ground is not frozen, 2) when daytime temperatures are above freezing (32??F) and below 90??F, and 3) when extreme weather (blizzard, hail, torrential rain, etc.) is not in the forecast. Be sure to keep plants watered if you're transplanting in warm and/or dry weather.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us, remember that we're here for you. Have a great day!
You can plant new plants and trees: 1) when the ground is not frozen, 2) when daytime temperatures are above freezing (32??F) and below 90??F, and 3) when extreme weather (blizzard, hail, torrential rain, etc.) is not in the forecast. Be sure to keep plants watered if you're transplanting in warm and/or dry weather.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us, remember that we're here for you. Have a great day!
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- Tabitha R Expert on Oct 4, 2019
Customer Reviews
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Desirable pecan
I am very pleased with the pecan tree. It is growing very well for the second growing season and I see no problems for the future. I have 4 other trees from Stark Bros that are over 30 years old and are full of nuts this year.
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Desirable Pecan
The pecan tree is showing it might be a good buy for the price
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