{"product_id":"bare-root-northern-illinois-pecan-tree","title":"Bare Root Northern Illinois Pecan Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003ecurrently over 1ft tall *varies slightly per plant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNorthern-hardy pecan — big shade tree and nut producer, suited to Northern Illinois (USDA Zones 5–6).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduct overview\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize \u0026amp; form: Rapidly growing, long-lived tree reaching 70–150 ft at maturity — excellent for large landscapes and shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold tolerance: Selected northern strains withstand winter lows to about −35°F, making them reliable in Zones 5–6.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNuts: Produces smaller, thin‑shelled, edible pecans compared with southern cultivars; trees typically begin bearing in 6–10 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth habit: Fast-growing, vigorous trunk and canopy ideal for open sites.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Carya illinoinensis)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Earthside Food Forests + Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63320835391857,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0900\/9505\/9313\/files\/Caryaillinoinensishardypecannut.png?v=1774367978","url":"https:\/\/www.earthsidenursery.com\/products\/bare-root-northern-illinois-pecan-tree","provider":"Earthside Food Forests + Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}