Ground covering around large pecan tree

Question

I have a large pecan tree (52″ diameter) about 15′ off of my back porch. No grass is around it, of course. So when it rains, it is just mud. I want to know what I can put there to stop the mud. I have thought about planting St. Augustine but even though it is a shade grass, I know it needs some sun and it will get none here. Can I put gravel around the tree or will it hurt or kill the tree? I do not want to damage this beautiful tree.

Thanks, Brian

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Answer 1

Here are some articles that will help you with your project.

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/nut-trees/pecan/pecan-tree-toxicity.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/planting-garden-beneath-trees.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tips-for-growing-grass-under-a-tree.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/groundcover/gcgen/ground-covers-under-trees.htm