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Juglans nigra is a large fast growing tree with a deeply furrowed bark and large leaves. It is architectural and a great specimen tree.The fruits are usually in pairs and are large and round.The flesh round the nut stains fingers yellow and smells pleasently of citrus. Black Walnut is prized timber for cabinet making and wood turning, since it works easily and has a good grain, glues and polishes well and is highly durable.
Juglans nigra
Common name: Black Walnut.
Native: Eastern and Central USA.
Provenance: Hungary
Size and spread (10 years): 5m x 2m
Treatment required: Mildly dormant requires 16 weeks stratification treatment.
Seeds / kg: c. 55 90% viable
Ideal sowing period: Spring
Soil conditions: Fertile moist soils
Planting instructions: Full sun and a warm spot for best fruiting.
Mature height: 30m
| Weight | 350 g |
|---|---|
| Size | Seed Pack (approx 20 seeds) |
| Genus | Juglans |
| Family | Juglandaceae |
| Flowering Month | April |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life Cycle | tree |
| Evergreen | deciduous |
| Interest | aromatic, nuts |
| Wildlife | yes |
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