JudyHorvathGriffin
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Pecans grow first, from seeds. Then, the tree grows from the ground when it has enough water for it to grow. Finally, the pecans grow at the tip of the pecan tree, when the pecans get to heavy they fall to the ground where somebody might set on it or pick it up and eat it
Yes, small pecans are still good to eat. The size does not necessarily indicate the quality or taste of the pecans. You can crack them open and taste them to see if they are enjoyable.
No, They will dry up and be wasted. Juast shoot the squirrls or put a plastic Owl up in the pecan tree, it does help keep the squirrls away. Move it around once in awhile though.
Yes.
Pecans that fall are ripe. This is why they fall.
On average, a healthy pecan tree can produce about 150-200 pounds of pecans per year. The number of pecans produced can vary depending on factors such as the age and health of the tree, environmental conditions, and variety of pecan tree.
Once fully ripened, the hust around the pecan will have dried and opened so that the pecan inside is exposed. At this time, wind, rain, or some other external force causes some of the pecans to fall to the ground. Most will remain attached to the husk until the tree is shaken or a long pole is used to dislodge the pecans. Throwing sticks or rocks (not your spouse) up into the tree works as well .
At the tip of the branch. :-)
Yes, pecans are tree nuts and are recognized as being one of the more common food allergies.
Most likely you only have one pecan tree. Plus there a probably no other pecan trees nearby. Your pecan tree has to have another pecan tree close enough so that they can pollinate. If no pollination occurs, no pecans.
It had to be green in the depth of winter and keep it's needles on for a reasonable time.
Pecans reproduce sexually.