How Far Apart Should Pecan Trees Be Planted?
- Pecan trees, according to New Mexico State University, reach 150 feet high. Growers should space pecan trees 35 to 50 feet apart.
- Commercial growers should plant pecan trees 70 to 80 feet apart and plan to thin trees after 15 to 20 years, advises North Carolina State University, for plentiful pecan production.
- Because pecan trees become so large, caring for them properly is difficult for homeowners. Consider pecans as shade trees, advises New Mexico State University, and don't expect a huge crop of nuts. Because they won't bear as heavily, they may safely be planted between 35 and 50 feet apart.
