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Thomas Black Walnut

Scientific Name: Juglans nigra 'Thomas'

Also Known As

  • Juglans nigra 'Thomas Black'

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 100'
  • W: 70'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

Thomas Black Walnut plant details

Thomas Black Walnut is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. 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 Thomas Black Walnut

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 70 FT - wide, 0 - 100 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Thomas Black Walnut

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This large (to 100' x 70') tree provides not only large!, thin-shelled!, easy cracking! nuts with excellent flavor but is a fine hardy, drought resistant shade tree, as well; don?t plant near Rhodies or veggies. S/M

Gardening facts about Thomas Black Walnut plant

How to Grow Thomas Black Walnut

  • 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
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 35'-50'

  • sun - mostly shade
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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

Height: 60'

Width: 60'

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Plant Type

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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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Width: 30'-40'

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