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Location
May not be native
Use Location
Type
Trees
Attributes
Butterflies, Caterpillars, Fruit, Nuts
Largest of the hickories, this tree grows 70 to 100 feet tall. It has a huge trunk, stout branches and a symmetrical, oval crown. Its bark is slate gray and will remain smooth for years into maturity. The tree attracts butterflies and the sweet pecan nuts are a favorite for fruit-eating mammals and birds. Pecan grows in full sun and rich, moist, well-drained soils.
May Attract
Pecan is thought to attract these families of birds
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Ruby-throated Hummingbird at a butterflyweed. Photo: Dave Maslowski
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