Pecan
Pawnee Pollination Guide
Pawnee requires a compatible pollination partner to produce fruit.
Without a different compatible variety nearby, Pawnee will bloom but won't set fruit. You need at least one partner variety planted within 50–100 feet. Choose from the compatible varieties listed below — they bloom at the right time and have compatible genetics.
Pawnee Quick Facts
Chill Hours
300 hours
Hardiness Zones
6, 7, 8, 9
Harvest
Mid-September to early October
Pollination Note
Type I (protandrous) — needs a Type II (protogynous) variety like Kanza or Lakota for cross-pollination
Planning Your Orchard
Pecans use a Type I/Type II dichogamy system. Type I (protandrous) sheds pollen first, Type II (protogynous) is receptive first. Plant one of each type within 50 feet for reliable nut set.
Browse our orchard planning guide or explore the full permanent plant catalog to find the right varieties for your garden.
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About Pawnee
Pawnee is the early-ripening pecan that beats the fall rains — harvesting weeks before other varieties when nuts are less likely to be damaged by wet weather. Large, flavorful nuts with excellent cracking quality.
Growing Challenges
Type I pollination means it needs a partner; susceptible to pecan scab; heavy crops can lead to alternate bearing.
Frequently Asked Questions
How close does a pollinator need to be to Pawnee?
For reliable pollination, plant the partner variety within 50–100 feet of Pawnee. Bees are the primary pollinators and typically work within this range. In practice, a tree in your yard or even a neighbor's nearby tree can work. The closer the trees, the more consistent the fruit set.
Can I grow just one Pawnee tree?
No — Pawnee requires a compatible pollination partner to produce fruit. Without a second tree of a different variety nearby, it will bloom but won't set fruit.
Other Pecan Varieties
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Pollination data compiled from university extension services, the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) pollination group charts, RosBREED cherry S-allele research, and nursery compatibility guides. Pollination compatibility can vary by region and microclimate. For best results, consult your local extension office.