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Juglans cinerea

Also Known As

  • Butternut
  • Oilnut
  • White Walnut

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 60'-130'
  • W: 60'-100'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Juglans cinerea plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juglans cinerea

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 60 FT - 100 FT - wide, 60 FT - 130 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juglans cinerea

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A handsome, fast-growing large tree with shoots sticky to the touch, hairy compound leaves (10-20" long), and large walnut-like fruits. S/M

Gardening facts about Juglans cinerea plant

How to Grow Juglans cinerea

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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