Carya illinoinensis

hardy pecan or papershell pecan

Family	Juglandaceae
Plant Type	tree
Zone	USDA: 5a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	medium
Height	20 - 30.5 m (65 - 100 ft)
Spread	12 - 22 m (40 - 70 ft)
Light	full sun
Soil Moisture	average, well-drained
Soil Type	loam
Soil pH	acidic to neutral

Description	The tree Carya illinoinensis (hardy pecan) bears bright yellow blooms during mid spring. The matte foliage is light olive green in colour and medium in texture. Carya illinoinensis (hardy pecan) produces showy fruit. This plant has fissured bark.
Typical Uses	Fruit and shade.