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Juglans nigra

Black Walnut

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

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

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

40-60', 60-100'

Width Range

40-60', 60-100'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Black, Brown

Fruit Season

Fall

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

Design Styles

Woodland

Accenting Features

n/a

Seasonal Interest

n/a

Location Uses

Background, Lawn, Park

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.