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Juglans cinerea

Butternut, White Walnut

Tree Characteristics

Leaves:

Deciduous

Height:

12 - 18m

Width:

9 - 15m

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Tree Tolerances

Plant Hardiness Zone:

3, 4, 5, 6

Shade Tolerance:

Full Sun Part Shade

pH Tolerance:

Tolerant of acid to alkaline soil (5.0 to 8.0)

Drought Tolerance:

Moderate

Flooding Tolerance:

Moderate

Salt Spray Tolerance:

Unknown

Soil Salt Tolerance:

Unknown

Planting site and Native Range

Planting Site:

Naturalization, Highway

Native to Ontario:

Yes

Native to North America:

Yes

Insects and Diseases

Not recommended due to butternut canker. This species is only really recommended for planting in naturalization projects to maintain its population.

Management Notes

  • Highly susceptible to Butternut Canker
  • Fruit litter may be an issue