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Juglans nigra

Black Walnut

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

Juglans nigra is a deciduous tree. It grows to about 100' tall and 70' wide. Leaves have 11-23 leaflets, each 2.5"-5" long. Round 1.5" diameter nuts have rich flavor. It's a big, hardy shade tree for large sites.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Messy

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants in your garden according to their water needs (hydrozone).