Juglans cineria
Butternut
Description
Juglans cineria is a deciduous tree slowly growing to 50'-60' tall and 30' wide. Leaves are compound, hairy and dark green. Flowers are considered insignificant. Fruit is sticky and oily, with a light green husk. In fall, the fruit opens up to reveal sweet oily nuts that squirrels and people love. Deer like the foliage.
Sun
Full
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Messy
Water Saving Tip:
Turn sprinklers on and view them operating at least once a month.
Check for and fix missing drip emitters, leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes. One broken spray sprinkler can waste 100 gallons in a 10 minute watering cycle.