A Remarkable pecan

Tree Information

Common Name: pecan

Scientific Name: Carya illinoinensis

Category: Historic tree

Comments: Thomas Jefferson planted pecans at Monticello and gave some to George Washington, who traveled through New Kent County and was married two miles from this tree. Is it be possible that GW planted this tree?

Nominator: Steven and Joyce Peterson

Location of Tree

This tree is not on public or publicly accessible property. The owner's name, address, and the exact location of the tree are not displayed to protect the privacy of these individuals. If you are the owner and wish to make this information public, please let us know.

County/City: New Kent

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