Early-season infection can significantly reduce yield and quality.
Oct 22, Leaf spots on the upper surface of pecan leaves are grayish brown, with concentric ring formations that are more distinct on the lower side of the leaf. Leaf spots on the lower surface are light brown in the center, becoming darker brown toward the edge. A film of crystalline-like fungal spores forms over the leaf spot surface. Pecan trees should be planted as soon as they are received. Bare-root or packaged pecan trees can be transplanted anytime during the dormant season, but late fall and early winter is the best time.
In recent years, container-grown pecan trees have become available for the home gardener. This type is superior to either bare-root or packaged.
Feb 01, Be proactive with sanitation. Keep the area under trees clean by removing and destroying fallen leaves, twigs, nuts and shucks to prevent the carryover of diseases, like pecan scab, from one season to the next and to break the life cycle of insect pests like the pecan weevil. Perform this work weekly during the growing season for best results.
Despite our best efforts, a bountiful pecan harvest Estimated Reading Time: 3 mins.
For more information regarding what pecan varieties are best for your neighborhood, visit your local extension agent: NC Cooperative Extension Home NC Pecan Recommendations.
Nov 18, The pecan is a species of hickory and so is a broadleaf tree. It has distinctive flat compound leaves. This means that rather than one large flat leaf, there are multiple leaflets grouped together along the end of the stem. The pecan tree bears between nine and 17 of the these leaflets, with an even number placed directly opposite one another travelling along the edges of the stem and one /5(K).
The fall webworm overwinters in the pupal stage in the leaf litter and surface layers of the soil.
Adult moths are active in the summer and fall. After mating, the females fly into the trees and lay their egg masses on the undersides of the leaves. This is why it is not unusual to see webs high up in the tree Estimated Reading Time: 6 mins.