Juglans nigra
black walnut
An attractive, deciduous tree with large, glossy, dark green pinnate leaves. In late spring and early summer, inconspicuous flowers are produced which are followed in autumn by one of the most valuable nuts grown in Britain, walnuts. Juglans nigra is a good specimen tree for a large garden or a park.
How to care for Juglans nigra:
Plant in a sunny, open position with plenty of space for its developing canopy and deep root system. When planting, incorporate lots of well-rotted compost into the hole and stake firmly. Keep it well watered for the first couple of seasons and mulch in spring to help conserve moisture.
Avoid heavy pruning, as walnut dislikes hard cuts, and once established it becomes low-maintenance, thriving in most well-drained soils. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late summer to early winter to prevent bleeding.
Avoid heavy pruning, as walnut dislikes hard cuts, and once established it becomes low-maintenance, thriving in most well-drained soils. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late summer to early winter to prevent bleeding.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
30m
Eventual spread:
20m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This tree is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.
5 litre pot | 1 - 1.5m tall
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