Carya Illinoinensis (Pecan Nut Western Schley)
Carya Illinoinensis (Pecan Nut Western Schley)
Carya Illinoinensis (Pecan Nut Western Schley) is a well-known variety of pecan tree celebrated for its excellent nut quality and large, sweet, and flavorful nuts. Western Schley pecans are highly valued for their rich taste and thin shells, making them popular for both commercial growers and home orchards.
This variety is known for its consistent production and strong disease resistance, particularly against scab, ensuring healthy and reliable nut yields. The Western Schley pecan tree has an attractive, upright growth habit and dense green foliage, adding aesthetic value to landscapes.
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Mature height
18–25 metres
Mature width
10 to 15 meters
Spacing
10 to 15 meters
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Bright green pinnate leaves with brown-shelled nuts in late autumn
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring [September–November], with nuts maturing in late autumn [April–May]
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Moderate maintenance; requires regular watering, fertilisation, and pruning to shape and encourage nut production