12.07.2024
Growing Pecan Nuts from Seeds: A Nut Adventure
- Pecan Seed Selection:
- Choose fresh, healthy pecans from local sources, ensuring they are free of damage.
- Seed preparation:
- Mimic winter conditions by stratifying pecan seeds on a damp paper towel inside a sealed bag in the refrigerator for 8-12 weeks.
- Optionally, scarify the hard shells.
- Planting Pecan Seeds:
- Plant the seeds in sunny, well-drained soil at a depth of 2-3 inches with the pointed end facing down.
- Space seeds 30-40 feet apart and water deeply once or twice a week.
- Pecan Seedling Care:
- Apply mulch to conserve moisture, prune damaged branches, fertilize after the first year, and protect against pests and diseases.
- Patience and growth:
- Understand that pecan trees take several years to mature and produce nuts.
- With dedication and care, you will enjoy the satisfaction of growing pecan trees from seed to harvest.