Overview
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' is a bushy trees in the genus Carya, part of the Juglandaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden and low maintenance.
About
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' is a bushy deciduous tree cultivar within the robust Carya genus, known for its attractive form and large compound leaves that turn vivid colours in autumn. It thrives best in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, ideally in a sheltered, south-facing position with full sun exposure. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, it requires low maintenance and is hardy to UK zone H6. This cultivar is notable in spring and summer, with male flowers appearing as catkins and female flowers developing into nuts, some containing edible kernels.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Carya
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Trees
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Low Maintenance
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in situ as soon as ripe
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to crown gall, powdery mildews and leaf spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee'?
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' need?
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' hardy in the UK?
Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Carya illinoinensis 'Pawnee'?
Seed sown in situ as soon as ripe.
