Cheyenne (Pecan cultivar)

Climate

The Cheyenne (Pecan cultivar) prefers a climate with moderate temperatures and a long growing season. It thrives in regions with a combination of warm summers and mild winters. Additionally, it is well-suited to altitudes ranging from low to moderate elevations.

Common Name

Pecan

Description

Cheyenne (Pecan cultivar) is a highly productive and early-maturing nut tree variety known for its excellent quality nuts. It is suitable for high density plantings and has a growing season of 180-200 days. Cheyenne requires pollinisers such as Shoshoni, Tejas, and Chickasaw to ensure successful pollination.

Genus
Pecans
Grouping
Nuts
Latin Name

Cheyenne

Origin

United States

Other Relevant Information

- This cultivar has a compact growth habit, making it suitable for high-density plantings. - It is known for its early and abundant production of high-quality nuts. - The Cheyenne pecan tree has a moderate maturation period, typically taking 180-200 days to reach maturity. - It requires pollinizers such as Shoshoni, Tejas, and Chickasaw to ensure proper pollination and fruit set.

Soil Preferences

- Well-draining soil - Rich in organic matter - pH range of 6.0 to 7.0

Specific species
Uses
NutsHigh-quality firewoodLow shelter
Suitability to cool temperate climate

A very precocious and high yielding variety. Very good quality nuts. It is small, open and a good cultivar for high density plantings, although yield / tree is low. Matures mid - season and has a growing season of 180 - 200 days. Pollinisers are Shoshoni, Tejas, Chickasaw.