Carya illinoinensis 'Cape Fear' (Young prolific thin shell Pecan)

The 'Cape Fear' cultivar of Carya illinoinensis, commonly known as the Pecan tree, is a young prolific variety with thin shells. Its nut production is abundant, and the shells are relatively easy to crack. The tree is deciduous and produces dark green leaves that turn yellow in the fall before dropping. The 'Cape Fear' Pecan tree is a medium-sized tree and can reach a height of 70-100 feet with a spread of about 40-75 feet.