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Pecan trees are among the best of the multi-purpose trees providing a valuable nut crop and an excellent long-term investment. The trees are long lived and unlike other commercial crops don't have to be replaced in the short to mid term. Although most varieties are self pollinating (SP), planting 2 varieties one from each group will ensure optimum cross pollination. Pecan cultivars differ in the order male and female flowers mature. When pollen is shed early, before the female flowers are receptive, the cultiver is called protandrous (Type A), when pollen is shed late the cultivar is called protogynous (Type B).
One of the most prolific varieties known. Suited to high density planting. Medium sized nut. Very easily shelled and precocious variety that crops well without cross pollination. Ideal back yard variety.
A medium sized nut that is easy to shell and has a high kernel percentage. A light coloured nut of excellent quality.
A precocious and heavy cropping variety in subtropical areas. Good quality medium to large oval nuts with a thin shell. A vigorous tree with an upright habit that makes an excellent backyard tree. Suited to high density plantings.
A - SP - Proven variety that produces a large nut with a thick shell. The meaty kernel is of very good quality. Light producer in early years with good production by year 12 when it becomes a prolific and consistent bearer.
A medium sized nut with attractive shell. Nuts are loose in the shell. Excellent flavour. Well adapted to mechanical shelling. Good for high density plantings.
A medium to large nut that is very similar in appearance to the Desirable. The shell is medium to soft. Good quality, late maturing.
Large nuts similar to Mahan. Thin shell of attractive appearance. Kernel can exceed 60% of weight of the entire nut. Separates easily from shell; high quality, matures early. Vigorous and hardy tree, prolific bearer.
Vigorous tree producing a large smooth nut with thin shell. Good cracking quality. Heavy yielding. Excellent rootstock tree. Requires cross pollination with a A group selection.
A precocious producer of large (50 to 60 per lb), thin shelled nuts of high quality. This new cultivar is thought to have a high yield potential, and early nut maturity should contribute to regular bearing capability
Also known as the Lismore nut. Very large, long nut with a thin shell that may be poorly filled on older trees. A vigorous tree and prolific bearer.
A moderately upright tree which is vigorous and bears at an early age.Precocious and prolific.The nuts are large, have purplish black stripes and splotches on clear, brown shells. They are moderately elongated. Ripens in mid-season
B - SP - An outstanding all round variety. High kernel quality, extremely easy to shell. A good pollen producer and small to medium nut size. Ideally suited to commercial or backyard planting as it holds its green foliage until late in the season.
B - Small nut and thin shell that cracks well. The nut is smooth with high quality, excellent flavour and good appearance. Holds well in storage. Vigorous and hardy tree.
6 L Bag | $29.00 AU | In Production | 
A highly nutritious nut that will grow and produce in almost any environment. Seedlings are from heavy bearing grafted trees. Bear 8 - 12 yrs. Good for rootstock or if a fast growing tree is required.
6 L Bag | $12.90 AU | In Production |
Rootstock used for grafting pecan varieties onto. Strong growing seedling, also useful as a hardy shade tree and will produce nuts in 8-10years.
Comments (1)NEW | Super Tube | $4.90 AU | In Production |
A medium sized nut that is easy to shell and has a high kernel percentage. A light coloured nut of excellent quality.
Mega Tube | $19.75 AU | Seeking Propagation Material |
One of the most prolific varieties known. Suited to high density planting. Medium sized nut. Very easily shelled and precocious variety that crops well without cross pollination. Ideal back yard variety.
Mega Tube | $19.75 AU | Seeking Propagation Material |
Farm fresh pecans straight from Rods pecan grove in 1 kg bags. Can be included in your box of fruit trees at farm price. If you are interested in greater quantities we can prepare these especially for you in 10kg for $50 or 15kg lots for $75.
Comments (1)NEW | 140mm pot | $5.90 AU | Seeking Propagation Material |
A. Suitable for a single-tree planting in the home garden. It will generally set a crop without a pollen donor. Requires plenty of water.Used for confectionary and culinary purposes.
Comments (1)NEW | 6 L Bag | $29.00 AU | Seeking Propagation Material |
Mega Tube | $29.00 AU | Seeking Propagation Material |
| Height | Frost tol. | Pollination req'd | Evergreen/Deciduous | Harvest period |
| 6-15 | High | Beneficial | Deciduous | March - May |
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A friend in Texas told me they grow pecans there interplanted with cotton and grazed by geese, which help fertilise & keep weeds down | Kathy Boyes - Thebarton, SA 23-Oct-2008
Grew a Western Schley in South Boulder WA. My bee's gave a 100% fruit set within two days of female flower opening even though 90% of male flowers had fallen of the tree. The production was fantastic. | Joe Slattery - Westdale, WA 17-Jul-2009
Freeze nuts when storing,this keeps them naturally fresh,plant all varities on the west side of your block,allowing morning sunlight on your garden,shade after miday,excellent shade tree,also a fire retardent ,al the Pecan man. | Alan Bosanac - Maidavale, W.A. 22-Sep-2009
Pecans are apparently a type of hickory -- which is good for food smoking/preserving. See http://www.ehow.com/how_6021749_cut-pecan-wood-cooking.html | Gye Greene - Brisbane, QLD 22-Mar-2010
Another pecan-wood smoking site: http://www.academyfloor.com/index.php?main_page=page&id=16&chapter=0 (Save those prunings!) :) | Gye Greene - Brisbane, QLD 22-Mar-2010
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