Plants in genus carya
Carya illinoinensis 'Kanza'
Carya illinoinensis 'Kanza' is a disease-resistant, cold-tolerant pecan tree known for its high yield of golden kernels. It is resistant to pecan scab and other pests and requires a Type-1 pollinator to produce nuts. This tree thrives in full sunlight with loamy, well-drained soil and is best suited for USDA growing zones 6-9.
Carya illinoinensis 'Lakota'
Carya illinoinensis 'Lakota' is a pecan tree celebrated for its high resistance to scab and its ability to produce nuts by late September. The nuts are tear-dropped shaped with light golden kernels, and the tree can grow up to 100 feet tall with a branch span of 40-70 feet. It thrives in USDA zones 6-9, requiring full sun and deep, moist soil. This type-2 pollinator needs a type-1 variety for cross-pollination and is partially drought-tolerant.
Carya illinoinensis 'Elliot'
Carya illinoinensis 'Elliot' is a pecan tree known for its sweet-flavored nuts, originating from Florida. It grows up to 100 feet tall with a 70-foot branch span and is scab and disease resistant, thriving in warmer climates and requiring cross-pollination with a type-1 variety.
Carya illinoinensis
Carya illinoinensis, commonly known as the pecan tree, is a fast-growing nut tree native to Texas. It can reach heights of 70 to 100 feet with a branch spread of up to 70 feet. This tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, producing large, high-quality nuts with a rich kernel content. It is a Type-1 pollinator, requiring a Type-2 pecan tree for cross-pollination. Known for its disease resistance, particularly to scab, it begins nut production in 5 to 10 years, with harvests occurring in October.
Carya illinoinensis 'Gafford'
Carya illinoinensis 'Gafford' is a pecan tree that thrives in zones 7-9, reaching heights of 70-100 feet. It prefers full sunlight and well-draining soil, making it a moderate to fast grower. This tree is ideal for those looking to add a nut-producing plant to their landscape.
Carya illinoinensis 'Amling'
Carya illinoinensis 'Amling' is a pecan tree that can reach up to 100 feet tall, known for its scaly grey bark and medium green leaves. It is resistant to pests and scab, making it a reliable choice for nut production. This tree is a Type 1 pollinator and thrives in full sun across various USDA zones.
Carya illinoinensis 'Mcmillan'
Carya illinoinensis 'Mcmillan' is a pecan tree known for its mid-size nuts and excellent scab resistance. It thrives in full sunlight and well-draining, slightly acidic soil. This tree can reach heights of 75 feet and is a consistent producer in zones 6-9.
Carya tomentosa
Carya tomentosa, also known as mockernut hickory, is a large tree reaching 60-80 feet tall with a spread of 40-60 feet. It produces sweet, edible nuts in the fall and features yellowish-green compound leaves with hairy undersides. This tree is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 9 and prefers full sun and well-drained soil.
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee'
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' is a Type I pecan tree known for producing large, sweet pecans with thin shells, making them easy to crack. It is cold hardy to USDA zone 6 and requires a Type II pecan nearby for pollination. This scab-resistant tree prefers full sun and moderate moisture to establish.
Carya illinoinensis 'Sumner'
Carya illinoinensis 'Sumner' is a type II pecan tree known for producing large, buttery pecans. It has a broad, symmetrical crown and is disease-resistant, particularly to Pecan Scab. This tree thrives in the southeastern US climate and provides cooling shade, making it a valuable addition to landscapes.
Carya texana
Carya texana, a deciduous native hardwood, is known for its vibrant yellow fall foliage and potential to produce edible nuts if female. It can grow between 30 to 60 feet tall with a spread of 20 to 30 feet. This drought-tolerant tree thrives in USDA zones 5-9 and requires full sun. It adapts well to most well-drained soils and should be pruned from late winter to early spring.
Carya laciniosa
Carya laciniosa, or shellbark hickory, is a large tree reaching 60-80 feet tall with distinctive shaggy bark. It produces edible nuts similar to pecans and supports a variety of wildlife.
Carya illinoinensis 'Stuart'
Carya illinoinensis 'Stuart' is a popular pecan tree in the Southeastern US, known for its hardiness and low maintenance. It produces medium-sized nuts with a buttery flavor, ripening from October to early November. This cold-tolerant tree grows up to 100 feet tall and requires another pecan variety for pollination.
Carya illinoinensis 'Ellis'
Carya illinoinensis 'Ellis' is a type II pecan tree known for producing nuts with a medium-thickness shell at a young age. It grows to an impressive height of 75 to 100 feet and thrives in full sun with well-drained soil. This variety is resistant to scab, a common pecan disease, and has a long lifespan supported by a large root system. It requires a type I pollinator for optimal nut production.
Carya ovata
Carya ovata, commonly known as shagbark hickory, is a North American native tree recognized for its distinctive 'shaggy' bark and sweet, edible nuts. It is long-lived and plays an important role in ecosystems, providing valuable timber and firewood. The tree's foliage emerges rose-pink in spring and turns brilliant gold in fall, adding seasonal interest to landscapes.
Carya illinoinensis 'Oconee'
Carya illinoinensis 'Oconee' is a pecan tree known for its large crops of tasty nuts. It begins bearing at an early age and is a thin-skinned papershell variety. This tree thrives in the heat and humidity of the southeastern US, providing excellent shade and wildlife habitat.
Carya glabra
Carya glabra, also known as pignut hickory, is a deciduous hardwood tree with compound green leaves and yellowish-green catkins. It produces clusters of green-husked nuts in the fall and features a vase-shaped canopy with vibrant yellow fall color. This bird-friendly tree grows 50-80 feet tall and is both cold-hardy and heat-tolerant.
Carya illinoinensis 'Desirable'
Carya illinoinensis 'Desirable' is a quick-growing shade tree known for producing large clusters of nuts that ripen from October to December. This Type I pecan requires a Type II pollinator and is drought-tolerant once established. It is hardy in USDA zones 6 to 9 and serves as a host plant for multiple moth larvae.