nut variety in zone 9a
Stuart pecan in zone 9a
Stuart · Carya illinoinensis
- Zone
- 9a 20°F to 25°F
- Growing season
- 290 days
- Chill needed
- 400 to 700 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 200 to 260
The verdict
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About Stuart
Sweet, mild, oily; the historic Southern commercial standard, baking and shelling quality. Heavy producer at maturity but scab-susceptible in the humid Southeast.
Critical timing for zone 9a
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Common challenges in zone 9a
- ▸ Limited stone fruit options due to insufficient chill
- ▸ Hurricane and tropical storm exposure
- ▸ Citrus disease pressure
Modified care for zone 9a
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Stuart in adjacent zones
Other pecan varieties for zone 9a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Stuart pecan grow in zone 9a?
Yes. Stuart is recommended for USDA zones 7a through 9a, which includes zone 9a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 9a?
Pecan needs 400 to 700 chill hours. Zone 9a 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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