Juglans hindsii

Also Known As

Juglans californica var. hindsii
California Black Walnut

Plant type

tree

size

H: 30'-60'

planting zones

1-12

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Juglans hindsii plant details

Juglans hindsii is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Juglans hindsii

Plant type: tree
Plant family: juglandaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 40 wide, 30 FT - 60 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: allelopathic, endangered

GROWING CONDITIONS for Juglans hindsii

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A decidious tree that grows to 30-60', grows along stream beds. J. californica var. hindsii is endangered, with possibly only a few native stands remaining. Provides food and nesting sites for many birds and mammals. Walnuts are one of the strongest allelopathic plants and are difficult to garden under. Fruits edible. Endemic to California Provides food and nesting sites for many birds and mammals. It was included in the CNPS Inventory of Rare and Endangered Plants on list [1B] (rare, threatened, or endangered in CA and elsewhere). 7th Edition / 8th Edition J. hindsii is commercially important as a rootstock for English walnut (Juglans regia) Found in rocky and gravely well-drained soil, by the coast, along rivers and streams and occasionally to the slopes of napa range. Communitites located in Foothill Woodland, wetland-riparian Between 0 and 1444 feet.