FULL sun: edible tree recommendations?

15 years ago

I have failed to purchase the home referred to in an earlier post (the one with a large *shady* property). The seller has backed out of selling (twice!). With that property, I asked for tips on edible trees given the lack of sun.

Ok, so I just made an offer on a property in Corryton which enjoys entirely full sun on almost every inch of the two acres. Being treeless is not entirely good news for me, but at least I will be able to custom design the forest.

Given that this is full sun, what are some recommendations for hardy trees that provide edibles (for people).

I already have some ideas for trees that critters might like.

I'm in Corryton (Knoxville area).

Thanks!

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brandon7 TN_zone7
15 years ago
You actually got some good full-sun tree recommendations in your quest for shade-tolerant trees, in the other thread.

Nut Trees - I'm sure Lucky can provide some good recommendations for nut trees (especially particular cultivars). There are many types including English Walnuts (you may want to stay away from Black Walnuts because of the Thousand Cancers Disease hitting this area), Butternuts, Pecans, Chestnuts, etc, etc. I think I will just leave this category for Lucky, unless he doesn't see this. If he doesn't respond, holler back and I can give you an amateur run-down of some ideas. BTW, I will say that Nolin River Nut Tree Farm's website is definitely worth a look.

Pawpaws - great in full sun (just provide temporary partial shade for the first two years, if you start from seed or seedlings).

Apples & Pears - may take a little maintenance, but these are among the most commonly chosen full-sun fruit trees in this area.

Figs - make a lovely tree in just a few years if given the right spot. Cultivars like Brown Turkey, Celeste, and Chicago Hardy are some of the cultivars known to survive in this area, but some others could probably be grown here successfully too.

Persimmons - especially native persimmons (D virginiana). If you are interested in these, let us know and I can provide recommendations, or Lucky can (he'll know more about which cultivars to recommend than me).

Cherries - I'm not a big fan of sickly cherry trees, but the fruit sure is good in a pie. If you have room, grow these for the fruit, and just realize they probably won't be all that long-lived. I grow seven types, and the pie I had the other day made me realize how enjoyable cherries can be.
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If you are want some non-edible trees to plant, I have some small seedlings of some interesting things I would be thrilled to find a home for. Let me know if you are interested, and we can arrange something.
behaviorkelton
Original Author
15 years ago
Thanks Brandon.... that Nolin Nut tree link is perfect!

Figs .... never thought of myself as a fig guy, but I'll look into them.

BK
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