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California Walnut

Juglans Californica

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Overview

The California Walnut, Juglans californica, is a native, deciduous tree reaching up to 30 feet tall. Prized for its aromatic foliage and round, 1.5 to 2-inch walnuts, it thrives in zones 7–9. Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to partial shade. Space trees 20 to 30 feet apart for optimal growth. This low-maintenance tree adds charm while providing habitat and food for wildlife.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The California Walnut, Juglans californica, is a native, deciduous tree reaching up to 30 feet tall, image 39
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to partial shade; so be mindful of its companions in your gardenCalifornia Walnut (Juglans Californica) — This low-maintenance tree adds charm while providing habitat and food for wildlife; in spring, inconspicuousCalifornia Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Prized for its aromatic foliage and round, 1.5 to 2-inch walnuts, it thrives in zones 7‚Äì9California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — preferring USDA hardiness zones 7 to 9.<br><br>Adorned with pinnately compound leavesCalifornia Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The walnut relies on low to moderate water, aligning with drought-tolerant landscape approachesCalifornia Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The California Walnut, Juglans californica, is a native, deciduous tree reaching up to 30 feet tall; space trees 20+54

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Juglandaceae
Climate
Temperate

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California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The California Walnut, Juglans californica, is a native, deciduous tree reaching up to 30 feet tall, image 39
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to partial shade; so be mindful of its companions in your garden
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — This low-maintenance tree adds charm while providing habitat and food for wildlife; in spring, inconspicuous
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Prized for its aromatic foliage and round, 1.5 to 2-inch walnuts, it thrives in zones 7‚Äì9
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — preferring USDA hardiness zones 7 to 9.<br><br>Adorned with pinnately compound leaves
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The walnut relies on low to moderate water, aligning with drought-tolerant landscape approaches
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The California Walnut, Juglans californica, is a native, deciduous tree reaching up to 30 feet tall; space trees 20
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — In spring, inconspicuous, greenish catkins emerge, later giving way to round, slightly flattened fruits, image 32
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — This low-maintenance tree adds charm while providing habitat and food for wildlife
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Adaptable to various soils, it prefers full sun to partial shade
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — It flourishes under the golden Californian sun, image 29
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — so be mindful of its companions in your garden design
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — preferring USDA hardiness zones 7 to 9.<br><br>Adorned with pinnately compound leaves; a chemical that can inhibit
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Prized for its aromatic foliage and round, 1.5 to 2-inch walnuts, it thrives in zones 7‚Äì9; preferring USDA
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — consider that it produces juglone; it requires full sun to partial shade, needing at least 4-6 hours of direct
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — It flourishes under the golden Californian sun
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — It requires full sun to partial shade, needing at least 4-6 hours of direct sunlight daily; tree for full
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — tree for full; consider that it produces juglone
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — making it an ideal choice for medium-sized gardens or urban settings where space is at a premium
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — fine-textured look to your landscape with its green; this low-maintenance tree adds charm while providing habitat and
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — This moderately sized tree typically grows to a height of 20 to 49 feet with a spread of 20 to 35 feet
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — is an enchanting deciduous tree native to California
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — Space trees 20 to 30 feet apart for optimal growth
California Walnut (Juglans Californica) — The walnut relies on low to moderate water, aligning with drought-tolerant landscape approaches; gracing landscapes
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