Black Walnut | Juglans nigra
Black walnut trees produce edible nuts that are beloved by many creatures — humans, birds, squirrels, and more! The walnut husks are also used to make a rich brown dye. Black walnut is also known for its dark hardwood, which is one of the toughest hardwoods in the US. The black walnut tree prefers rich, well-drained soils.
Sun: Full sun
Region of Origin: Eastern USA
Black walnut trees produce edible nuts that are beloved by many creatures — humans, birds, squirrels, and more! The walnut husks are also used to make a rich brown dye. Black walnut is also known for its dark hardwood, which is one of the toughest hardwoods in the US. The black walnut tree prefers rich, well-drained soils.
Sun: Full sun
Region of Origin: Eastern USA
Black walnut trees produce edible nuts that are beloved by many creatures — humans, birds, squirrels, and more! The walnut husks are also used to make a rich brown dye. Black walnut is also known for its dark hardwood, which is one of the toughest hardwoods in the US. The black walnut tree prefers rich, well-drained soils.
Sun: Full sun
Region of Origin: Eastern USA