Kiowa Pecan Tree
(USDA Mahan x Desirable) Type II. 45 nuts/lb. 53% kernel.
Kiowa has large nut size, fully-filled, plump kernels, and better disease resistance than Desirable. It has become a replacement for Desirable in new orchards because of the better scab resistance. Kiowa produces a large nut that is similar to Desirable and shells well.
Characteristic | Value |
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Cultivar | Kiowa |
Pollination Type | II |
Nuts per lb | 45 |
% Kernel | 53 |
Harvest Date | Oct. 20 |
Scab Resistance | Mediocre |
Best Pollinators | Amling, Caddo, Cherryle, Elliott, Gafford, Jackson, Kanza, Oconee |