Black Walnut - Bare Root Tree
16”-24” Bare Root Tree
(Juglans nigra)
Black walnuts are extremely productive trees both for their dark brown wood and abundant edible nuts. Historically, Maine is just North of their range, but the trees grow well here and will only become more present as the climate changes. The tree has a distinct smell that I find quite pleasant, but the nuts are very reminiscent of conventional walnuts. In fall, lime-like husks fall to the ground and quickly oxidize. Peel off the husk (wearing gloves so you don’t stain your hands), let the nuts cure for a few weeks, then find your strongest cracking tool to get at the delicious nut meat.
Be careful when planting Black Walnut, since the trees produce a nontoxic compound, juglone. This inhibits some other plants, giving the walnut an advantage. Juglone does not spread too far in the soil, though, so plant your walnuts in moist soil, give the other trees some space and you can enjoy this beautiful and delicious tree.
Hardiness: Zone 4-9
Soil: Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Well Drained
Light: Full Sun
Notes: Can be toxic if planted close to other species. Specifically, chestnuts, berries, apples, tomatoes, potatoes, peas, and other vegetables and flowers. It’s best to keep these away from your home garden.
16”-24” Bare Root Tree
(Juglans nigra)
Black walnuts are extremely productive trees both for their dark brown wood and abundant edible nuts. Historically, Maine is just North of their range, but the trees grow well here and will only become more present as the climate changes. The tree has a distinct smell that I find quite pleasant, but the nuts are very reminiscent of conventional walnuts. In fall, lime-like husks fall to the ground and quickly oxidize. Peel off the husk (wearing gloves so you don’t stain your hands), let the nuts cure for a few weeks, then find your strongest cracking tool to get at the delicious nut meat.
Be careful when planting Black Walnut, since the trees produce a nontoxic compound, juglone. This inhibits some other plants, giving the walnut an advantage. Juglone does not spread too far in the soil, though, so plant your walnuts in moist soil, give the other trees some space and you can enjoy this beautiful and delicious tree.
Hardiness: Zone 4-9
Soil: Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Well Drained
Light: Full Sun
Notes: Can be toxic if planted close to other species. Specifically, chestnuts, berries, apples, tomatoes, potatoes, peas, and other vegetables and flowers. It’s best to keep these away from your home garden.
16”-24” Bare Root Tree
(Juglans nigra)
Black walnuts are extremely productive trees both for their dark brown wood and abundant edible nuts. Historically, Maine is just North of their range, but the trees grow well here and will only become more present as the climate changes. The tree has a distinct smell that I find quite pleasant, but the nuts are very reminiscent of conventional walnuts. In fall, lime-like husks fall to the ground and quickly oxidize. Peel off the husk (wearing gloves so you don’t stain your hands), let the nuts cure for a few weeks, then find your strongest cracking tool to get at the delicious nut meat.
Be careful when planting Black Walnut, since the trees produce a nontoxic compound, juglone. This inhibits some other plants, giving the walnut an advantage. Juglone does not spread too far in the soil, though, so plant your walnuts in moist soil, give the other trees some space and you can enjoy this beautiful and delicious tree.
Hardiness: Zone 4-9
Soil: Acidic, Clay, Loamy, Moist, Sandy, Well Drained
Light: Full Sun
Notes: Can be toxic if planted close to other species. Specifically, chestnuts, berries, apples, tomatoes, potatoes, peas, and other vegetables and flowers. It’s best to keep these away from your home garden.