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Frequently Asked Questions
Answers about your PGF container trees. Still need help? Give us a call.
How do I plant my container trees?
Read our Planting Guide to learn how to plant your PGF Container Trees. When in doubt, give us a call.
How do I water my container trees?
Read our watering handout, and give us a call if you need more information.
When should I plant my container trees?
PGF offers trees for regular planting and early fall. Read the handout and give us a call if you need more information.
How old is my tree when I receive it?
Most of the time your trees will have a 2-year-old root system with a 1-year top; some years, a 2-year-old top.
What makes a PGF tree better than everybody else’s?
See the 6 benefits of PGF trees on our Container Trees page — from certified, disease-free stock to full root systems and high survivability.
Can I buy pecans from PGF?
Today we do not sell directly to consumers. Please visit our friends at Berdoll Candy and Gift Store to buy our pecans.
What is the minimum number of trees I can buy?
A minimum of 20 trees. If you want one or two for your backyard, please visit our friends at Berdoll’s.
How many trees fit on a truck?
About 1,000 trees on a flatbed trailer and about 2,500 on a 53' 18-wheeler. Each tree weighs 16 lbs; each container is 12" tall and 8" wide.
What should I do with my trees until I plant them?
Unload, stack them tightly, and water them.
How much growth should I expect in the first year?
Typically 1' to 3' of shoot growth.
What are the paint marks on my tree?
The bottom color is a variety code; the top color is a height code.
What do I do with all those roots in the pot?
Trim as necessary.
What is the metal staple in my pot?
The metal staple holds down an irrigation line. Remove and dispose of it properly.