Walnut

There are about twenty different species of walnut trees, all belonging to the Juglans genus. Of these, only two types (Black Walnut and English/Persian Walnut) are commonly grown in the United States; however, there are many different varieties among Black Walnuts. These deciduous trees, as well as many other walnut species, are distributed across North … Read more

When you think of Walnut trees, you’re likely to call to mind the delicious nuts they produce. However, Walnut trees offer more than just tasty snacks; they can also serve as an excellent source of firewood for your fireplace. While living Black Walnut trees can be toxic to plants attempting to grow under and around … Read more

Black Walnut trees are easy to cultivate and have a great deal of potential as a source of income. The nuts harvested from Black Walnut trees can be sold fresh or processed into a wide variety of products such as oil, flour, and soap. Black Walnut wood is in great demand for use in furniture … Read more

Plant diseases affecting walnut trees can be caused by various pathogens – fungi, bacteria, or viruses. These diseases often spread through wind, water, soil, or insects, finding their way into the tree through natural openings or wounds. In this article, we explore some common diseases that can affect walnut trees and their impact. Read on … Read more

Squirrels look totally adorable with their black button eyes and bushy tails, but they soon lose their cuteness when they strip every last walnut from your tree. They’ll invade your bird table, trash your veg patch and nest in your shed, or even the roof of your home. Basically, they can be a real nuisance! … Read more

Nuts are a valuable food resource being high in energy and full of healthy fats. As a snack, they can be a real treat, and if you’re lucky enough to have your own walnut trees, they may even be a marketable commodity. Here we’ll take a look at how to harvest a walnut tree and … Read more

As with most fruit and nut trees, Walnuts benefit from some training via pruning, especially in their early years. As the trees mature, pruning is really only necessary to keep the tree healthy and in good shape. This should be done during the winter months when the tree is dormant. Read on to learn more … Read more

A walnut tree isn’t just a valuable asset due to the nuts it provides; it’s also worth money for its attractive dark wood too. The American Black Walnut is especially sought after for woodworking, and burr walnut for its incredibly beautiful figuring, which is often made into veneer or pieces of premium quality furniture. But … Read more

Walnuts are easy to grow, providing you have the right conditions. A rich, fertile soil, the right kind of temperate climate, and sufficient rainfall. In the United States, walnuts can be raised in hardiness zones 4 to 9. The trees grow at a medium rate and black walnut trees may reach over 100 feet in … Read more