Carya illinoinensis 'Elis' ~ Ellis Pecan Size:5 GALLON (2) Photo by salchuiwt

(2) Photo by salchuiwt

and trim to ground in late winter to early spring before new foliage comes in

The inconspicuous spring flowers are followed by edible acorns that ripen in early fal

and aphids can be problems

Carya illinoinensis 'Elis' ~ Ellis Pecan Size:5 GALLON (2) Photo by salchuiwtEllis Pecan is a large deciduous tree known for it large high quality kernels. The compound green leaves turn yellow brown in fall. The oval nuts holds 57% kernel. Grows best in full sun and rich, moist well drained soils. Ellis is a type 2 pollinator best crossed with type 1 pecans, and has a low chill requirement of 300 500 hours once started. Type: Tree Origins: South Central N. America Height: 75 100 Spread: 40 70 Spacing: 55 USDA Hardiness Zone: