There’s something special about a pecan tree in the yard. It’s more than just shade in the summer or a harvest in the fall - it’s a living memory. We’ve heard stories from folks all over who grew up gathering pecans under their grandparents’ tree, cracking them open on the porch and sneaking a few before they made it into a pie. Some remember shelling pecans with their mama while dinner simmered on the stove. Others recall climbing low branches, chasing cousins, and the sweet smell of roasted pe