5 Butternut tree seeds (Juglans cinerea) aka White Walnut seeds for grow or handmade

🌱 Juglans cinerea — Butternut tree, White Walnut

These are seeds of the Butternut tree, also known as White Walnut, belonging to the botanical family Juglandaceae. The Butternut tree is a deciduous tree that grows up to 30 meters tall, with a broad, spreading crown and large, odd-pinnate leaves. It is native to eastern North America and is known for its edible nuts, which have a rich, buttery flavor. The seeds we offer are of high quality and are suitable for planting in full sun or partial shade with moist, fertile soil.

🌿 Botanical Description

The Butternut tree has a tent-shaped, spreading crown and can grow up to 30 meters tall. The leaves are large, odd-pinnate, and similar to those of the Manchurian walnut, but somewhat shorter. The flowers are round, flat, and greenish-yellow, blooming in May. The fruits are elongated ovoid drupes, pointed at the apex, up to 6 cm long and up to 3 cm thick. The flavor of the nuts is buttery, without bitterness, and they ripen in October.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sowing depth: 1-2 cm, timing: spring or fall, pre-treatment: stratification at temperatures between 1°C and 5°C for 4-5 months.
• Germination temperature: 25-28°C, and time: 2-7 days.
• Soil type: moist, fertile soil, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage requirements: well-drained.
• Watering: regular, fertilization: balanced fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 (-40°C to -34°C), frost tolerance: -40°C.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

The Butternut tree is native to eastern North America, from Canada to the northeastern United States. It typically grows in full sun or partial shade, in moist, fertile soil, and can be found in a variety of habitats, including forests, woodlands, and along streams. The tree can tolerate a wide range of climates, from cool to warm, and can grow at altitudes up to 1000 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

The Butternut tree has been used for centuries by indigenous peoples for its edible nuts, which are rich in protein and oil. The tree is also used in landscaping as an ornamental plant, and its wood is valued for its durability and resistance to decay. The Butternut tree is also a host plant for the lichen moth, and its nuts are an important food source for many wildlife species, including squirrels, birds, and deer.