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Juglans cineria
Butternut
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Photographer: Connon Nursery
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:
Group plants with similar water needs together so that some plants aren't over watered to meet the needs of their more thirsty neighbors.
Never include shrub and lawn areas in the same sprinkler zone.