Pawnee
[paa . nee] / Pawnee pecans are a variety that is harvested early in the season, usually at the end of September. The nut meat has a nice golden color and a rich buttery taste. It is a large pecan, but still easy to crack. We only sell Pawnee in the shell and they are usually sold out by Thanksgiving, if not earlier.
Desirable
[duh . zai . ur . uh . bl] / Desirable pecans are a popular variety. Desirable nut meat has a good flavor with a large kernel. Their light color is retained during roasting, making Desirable one of the best varieties for roasting. They are often called "Mammoth" for their large size.
Elliot
[el . ee . uht] / Elliot pecans have a small round hard shell making them a little harder to shell. The Elliot variety is one of the most flavorful pecans and a favorite with Georgia Pecan Growers. Elliot pecans produce an oilier meat than other varieties which give it the rich flavor.
Schley
[sly] / Schley pecans have a “paper-thin” shell which makes them easier to crack. Schley nut meat has an outstanding flavor and an attractive, uniform appearance. The pecans are longer and skinnier than other varieties.
Stuart
[stoo . urt] / Stuart pecans are one of the oldest and well known varieties in Georgia. Stuarts are a medium sized pecan with a moderately thick shell. The nut meat has a firm texture with a rich delicate flavor.
Caddo
[ka . dow] / Caddo pecans are very similar to Elliot pecans, though they are a bit bigger. Lots of oil and flavor, but less of a hassle to shell because of their thinner shell. If you are attracted to Elliot pecans, but don’t like the shelling process; this variety would be a good option.
Oconee
[ow . kuh . nee] / Oconee pecans are a very large pecan. Their shells are thin, making them easy to shell. A popular variety for those looking for large halves and an easy shelling process.
Kiowa
[kai . uh . wuh] / Kiowa pecans are similar to Oconee with large nut meat and relatively thin shells. They seem to be another favorite with our customers.