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Cooksey Black Walnut

Scientific Name: Juglans nigra 'Cooksey'

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 40'
  • W: 20'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Cooksey Black Walnut plant details

Cooksey Black Walnut is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cooksey Black Walnut

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 20 FT - wide, 40 FT tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cooksey Black Walnut

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Mild flavored black walnut appears small but is full of available nut; can be cracked out half and sometimes whole.

Gardening facts about Cooksey Black Walnut plant

How to Grow Cooksey Black Walnut

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • birds
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 35'-50'

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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 60'

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Zones

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Size

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