nut variety in zone 6b
Hardy pecan in zone 6b
Hardy · Carya illinoinensis
- Zone
- 6b -5°F to 0°F
- Growing season
- 190 days
- Chill needed
- 400 to 700 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 200 to 260
The verdict
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About Hardy
Sweet, mild, oily; small nuts, productive. Cold-hardiest pecan, extends the range into zone 5b sites with full-sun exposure.
Critical timing for zone 6b
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Common challenges in zone 6b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust
- ▸ Fire blight
- ▸ Stink bugs
Modified care for zone 6b
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Hardy in adjacent zones
Other pecan varieties for zone 6b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Hardy pecan grow in zone 6b?
Yes. Hardy is recommended for USDA zones 5b through 7a, which includes zone 6b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 6b?
Pecan needs 400 to 700 chill hours. Zone 6b typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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Image: "Carya illinoinensis foliagenuts", by Brad Haire, University of Georgia, USA, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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