Juglans nigra
black walnut
An attractive, deciduous tree with large, glossy, dark green pinnate leaves. In late spring and early summer, inconspicuous...
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Plant description
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. A good specimen tree for a large garden or a park.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
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- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Fast-growing
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Juglans nigra:
Requires minimal pruning. Remove any broken, diseased or crossing branches in late summer to early winter to prevent bleeding. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake firmly.
GOES WELL WITH
October pruning of trees, shrubs and climbers
October sees the start of the dormant season which is the best time to prune lots of deciduous garden trees. You can prune newly planted trees to remove any damaged growth and help balance the shape of the canopy as well as maintain a dominant main leader
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