WALNUTS
(Juglans species) Our grafted English walnut varieties are proven superior for heavy
and reliable production. These stately trees have large compound leaves and a handsome
branching pattern that makes them attractive, even in wintertime. The walnuts and butternuts will thrive in most
of the nation.
USEFUL FACTS
POLLINATION: English and Cooksey black walnuts are
self-fertile but may produce at a younger age with a second variety for pollination. Plant two black walnut
seedlings for pollination.
SUN OR SHADE: Walnuts require full sun to crop effectively.
PLANT SPACING: 40 foot spacings are most commonly
used as a permanent spacing for walnuts.
HARVEST TIME: Walnuts drop from trees from late September
to mid-October.
BEARING AGE: Seedlings will bear in six or more years,
while our grafted trees will often bear in the second or third year following planting.
HOW TO GROW
SOIL REQUIREMENTS: For good production and long life,
walnuts should be located in reasonably deep soils of good drainage. They prefer slightly acid to neutral
soils.
CULTURAL REQUIREMENTS: After one growing season, apply
a nitrogenous fertilizer mulch in early spring because walnuts like a steady supply of moisture in the growing
season.
HOW TO USE
IN THE LANDSCAPE: Walnuts are a fine yard, shade,
or street tree, though it should be a fairly large yard, and they should be sited at least 20 feet from buildings
to protect foundations.
IN THE KITCHEN: Walnuts are a highly concentrated
protein source and thus are a great snack item, and add a nutritious component to cookies, cake toppings, fruit
pies, salads, and breads. Ground in a blender or chopped, they make a tasty addition to casseroles or a meatless
nutloaf.
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