Pecan, Avalon

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Tree Care:

Planting:
- Location: Sunny spot, well-draining soil.
- Soil: pH 6.0-6.5, amend with organic matter.

Watering:
- Young trees: Keep soil consistently moist.
- Mature Trees: Deep watering in dry spells.

Fertilizing:
- Apply balanced fertilizer in spring, adjust based on soil test.

Pruning:
- Trim in winter to remove dead/crowded branches.

Pest and Disease Control:
- Monitor for pests, remove debris to reduce disease risk.

Mulching:
- Apply 2-4 inch organic mulch, leave space around trunk.

Harvesting:
- Collect fallen nuts in fall, use mechanical shaker.

Winter Protection:
- Wrap young tree trunks or apply tree guard in severe winters.

Thinning:
- Thin nut clusters in early summer for larger nuts.

Cultivar Selection:
- Choose suitable cultivars for your region.

Tree Description:

Size: Avalon Pecan trees are large deciduous, reaching up to 100 feet in height.

Leaves: Pinnately compound, with 11 to 17 serrated leaflets.

Bark: Dark brown, furrowing with age.

Fruit: Oblong, brown-shelled nuts with sweet flavor, encased in thick, green husks.

Habitat: Native to North America, thriving in sunny, well-draining locations, especially in the southern and central US.

Significance: Highly prized for delicious nuts, used widely in culinary applications. Valuable wood for furniture and woodworking.

Cultivation: Cultivated in orchards for nuts, requiring well-drained soil and sun.

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