How close together can you plant pecan trees?

between 60 and 80 feet
Pecan trees should be planted between 60 and 80 feet apart to allow them plenty of room for growing. Overcrowding pecan trees will hinder their growing process and decrease their harvests. If the trees are planted too closely together, some trees may become deformed when not given enough space to expand.

What is the spacing for pecan trees?

40 feet x 40 feet
The spacing of pecan trees depends on geographical location. In their native and eastern ranges, pecan trees are commonly spaced on a 40 feet x 40 feet grid pattern, which is the equivalent of 27 trees per acre. After about 16.22 years, trees are thinned by half on a diagonal, thus leaving 14 trees per acre.

Do I need to plant 2 pecan trees?

Type 1 trees produce pollen and then have receptive female flowers. Type 2 trees are going to have receptive flowers first and then produce pollen. So, when selecting your variety of trees, and you’ll want at least two, you need to make sure that they complement each other in the pollination process.

When’s the best time to plant a pecan tree?

November through February is the best time to plant pecan trees. But before you decide to add a pecan tree to your landscape, there are some things to consider. Pecan trees grow to be quite large – 60 feet tall with a spread of 40 feet – so make sure your site is large enough.

How close do pecan trees need to be to pollinate?

150 feet
Research has shown that pecan trees need a pollinator within 150 feet. This is why we often recommend placing a pollinator at every 5th tree on every 5th row if you prefer planting a solid block of one cultivar.

How far do pecan tree roots spread?

The tap root grows very large, and can go down as far into the ground as the tree is tall. The feeder roots can extend three times farther from the trunk as the longest branches. For example, if the branches extend from the trunk 7 feet, the feeder roots can extend outward 21 feet or more.

Are pecan trees profitable?

When properly grown, a pecan tree can be a source of profit for a long time. The cost of nurturing and growing a pecan tree for up to 7 years is $63. Now when it is harvest time, a pecan tree can produce up to 50 pounds of pecans. The average retail cost for pecans is $3 per pound.

How long does it take a pecan tree to produce pecans?

Trees will begin producing a few nuts three to four years after planting. Significant production can be achieved in six to eight years. Good production will begin the ninth or tenth year. Trees can be productive for a 100 years or longer.

How long does it take for a pecan tree to grow from seed?

Although pecans planted from seed grow slowly during their first two to three years, they can easily reach heights of 70 feet or more at maturity, around 20 years of age. For best results, you’ll need to graft your seed-grown tree at the proper time, in addition to planting a second variety for cross-pollination.

How long does it take for a pecan tree to produce?

How often should I water a newly planted pecan tree?

Your newly planted pecan tree will need adequate water to thrive. In the absence of sufficient rainfall, supply each tree with 10 to 15 gallons of water per week for the first two years (growing seasons). Avoid over watering. Constantly soggy or wet soil can lead to root rot and other plant diseases.

How can you tell if a pecan tree is male or female?

1. Pecan trees are monoecious. This means that they produce separate male and female flowers on the same plant. Male flowers are located on 4-5 inch long catkins, while female flowers are small, yellowish-green, and grow on spikes at the tips of shoots.

How far apart should I plant my fruit trees?

Large fruit trees should be planted 12 to 18 feet apart. This distance will allow for cross pollination and prevent nutrient sharing. Dwarf-sized trees should be planted 5 to 7 feet apart.

How to start pecan trees from nuts?

Here’s How to Grow a Tree from a Pecan Nut: Gather mature, intact pecan nuts in fall after the hulls have turned from green to brown. Shake the nuts off the tree rather than gathering them from the ground to avoid nuts already attacked by fungi or insects. Use a sharp knife to cut the hulls off of the nuts.

How many pecan trees can you plant in an acre?

Pecan trees are most frequently planted at densities ranging from 12 to 48 trees per acre, making it possible to produce over 1,000 pounds per acre per year. With many varieties requiring 50 nuts to make a pound, a single acre of pe- cans may yield 50,000 nuts which must be harvested.

How far should plants be planted apart?

A general rule of thumb suggests that roses should be planted about 24 inches apart or a distance of about two-thirds of the expected height. This spacing will vary depending on the type of rose you are planting. Old garden roses will need wider spacing, while miniatures can be planted closer.