Butternut, walnut

Juglans species

Trees and Shrubs, Fruits and Vegetables

Sow just covered in fall, or in spring after stratifying a few weeks, with point oriented upwards; protect from squirrels. Well-draining, deep and very fertile soil; full sun. Typically two or more are required for cross-pollination. Note that all can adversely affect the growth of neighbouring plants, and require ample room to grow. Zones 4-9

Juglans nigra, black walnut, is hardy to zone 4-8, and does well even in heavier clay soil. Juglans cinerea, or butternut, grows in zones 3-7

See Also

English walnut, Persian walnut (Juglans regia)

Related Topics

Fruits and Vegetables
Soil
Stratifying Seed
Trees and Shrubs

 
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