Black Walnut
A fast-growing Ontario-native shade tree with an oval crown, deeply furrowed bark, and valuable hardwood used in furniture. It produces edible, nutrient-rich nuts that are hard to extract; husks can stain and were historically used for dye. Its roots and leaf litter release juglone, which suppresses nearby plant growth, so it requires careful placement in large landscapes.
Seedling
A fast-growing Ontario-native shade tree with an oval crown, deeply furrowed bark, and valuable hardwood used in furniture. It produces edible, nutrient-rich nuts that are hard to extract; husks can stain and were historically used for dye. Its roots and leaf litter release juglone, which suppresses nearby plant growth, so it requires careful placement in large landscapes.
| Latin Name | Juglans nigra |
|---|---|
| French Common Name | Noyer noir |
| Site Use | Culinary |
| Height | 80 Feet |
| Spread | 60 Feet |
| Growth Rate | Fast Growing |
| foliage-details | Bark deeply furrowed |
| Plant Shape | Oval |
| Flowering | Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering |
| Resistance | Rabbit Resistant |
| Maintenance | Medium Maintenance |
| Light Level | Full Sun |
| Water Needs | Average, Drought Tolerant |
| Hardiness zone | Cold Hardy |
| Wildlife Ecology Native | Native, Wildlife |
| USDA Zone | Zone: 4 |
