Description
Also called japanese walnut
Hardy, productive, and bears early. Tree thrives in a range of soils – from heavy to light. Produces clusters of easy-to-shell, heart-shaped, sweet and meaty nuts high in protein. A stately tree at maturity. Enjoy luxurious and abundant foliage, perfect for shade in the hotter months. Reaches 20-30 feet tall, 20-25 feet wide. Ripens in September. Seedling. For proper pollination, plant two or more heartnut trees, or pollinate with Stark® Bountiful™ Butternut. (Juglans ailantifolia)
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Green, Yellow |
| Distance To Pollinator | 75 - 250' |
| Fruit Color | Brown |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Crisp Crunchy |
| Years to Bear | 3 - 5 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 75 - 250' for best pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow walnut trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.