HICAN (C. illinoensis X C. ovata or C. laciniosa) SOLD OUT 2012
Hicans are natural hybrids between pecan and hickory that fall into categories based on whether the hickory parent was a shagbark or a shellbark. In general, shellbark X pecan produces a larger nut than the shagbark hybrids, but the shagbark may be heavier producers. Unless self-pollinating, several different varieties should be planted together for good nut production. Trees reach 50-70' in height with a round and spreading crown. Plant trees on 40-50' spacing, first production in 6-10 yrs. Hican trees bear handsome foliage, and deserve planting for their ornamental qualities. The nuts retain the hickory flavor considered by most to be the finest nut flavor.
| SMALL | MEDIUM | LARGE | X-LARGE | |||
| SIZE | 2'-3' | 3'-4' | 4'-5' | 5'-6' | 6'-7' | 7'-8' |
| PRICE | $32.00 | $38.00 | $45.00 | $55.00 | $65.00 | $75.00 |
BURLINGTON IA. 1940. Pecan X Shagbark. A productive cultivar that performs well in the Ohio Valley. Self-pollinating with large nuts, 55 per lb., that mature early.
BURTON KY. Pecan X Shagbark; medium-sized nut; good producer, self-pollinating; best suited for South and Midwest; thin shell, high % kernel, early maturing.
HENKE IA. 1928. Pecan X Shagbark, small nut with high quality kernel that fills well, ripens early, bears good crops at a young age. Self-pollinating. Not Available 2012.
T 92 KS. 1980. Produces large nuts (35-40 lb.) with very light kernel and excellent quality.
Other varieties sometimes available : Country Club,
Hartman, Hershey, McAllister, Pleas, Underwood