Introduction:

The American Butternut Tree (Juglans cinerea), also known as White Walnut, is a nut-bearing deciduous tree that produces sweet, buttery nuts perfect for baking, snacking, or use in culinary dishes. This large, majestic tree is prized not only for its nuts but also for its valuable timber. With a broad, spreading crown and distinctive ridged bark, the American Butternut Tree adds beauty and shade to your landscape. It thrives in a range of soil types and is well-suited to northern climates, making it a versatile addition to any home orchard or landscape.

Plant Summary:

• Size: Grows to a height of 40-60 feet with a spread of 40-60 feet.
• Foliage: Compound green leaves turn yellow in the fall.
• Flowers/Fruit: Inconspicuous greenish-yellow flowers in spring, followed by oblong, hard-shelled nuts in late summer to fall.
• Growth Habit: Upright with a broad, rounded crown.
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun to partial shade.
• Soil: Thrives in moist, well-drained soils but adapts to a variety of soil types.
• Hardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 3-7.
• pH Level: Prefers slightly acidic to neutral soils (pH 5.5 to 7.0).
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the tree.
• Pests/Diseases: May be susceptible to Butternut canker and other fungal diseases.

Pollination:

The American Butternut Tree is monoecious, meaning it produces both male and female flowers on the same tree. It is wind-pollinated and typically requires cross-pollination with another Butternut or a closely related species, such as a Black Walnut, to produce a good nut crop. The tree's flowers appear in late spring, followed by oblong, edible nuts in late summer to fall. These nuts are rich in flavor and high in oil content, making them a prized ingredient in many recipes.

Key Benefits:

• Produces rich, buttery nuts that are perfect for snacking or use in baking and cooking.
• Adds beauty and shade to your landscape with its broad, spreading crown.
• Hardy and adaptable, thriving in a variety of soil types and northern climates.
• Valuable timber tree prized for its strong, durable wood.
• Provides food for wildlife with its abundant nut production.

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers full sun for optimal nut production but tolerates partial shade.
• Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
• Soil Type: Grows best in moist, well-drained soils but adapts to sandy or loamy soils.
• Pollination: Wind-pollinated, but cross-pollination with another Butternut or related tree is needed for optimal nut production.
• Growth Rate: Moderate-growing, reaching maturity in 20-30 years.
• Max Height/Width: Reaches 40-60 feet in height and 40-60 feet in width.
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove deadwood.

Why You'll Love It:

The American Butternut Tree is a valuable addition to any landscape, offering both beauty and productivity. Its delicious, buttery nuts are a treat for both humans and wildlife, while its strong wood makes it a valuable timber tree. With its broad, spreading canopy, the Butternut Tree provides excellent shade, making it a perfect choice for large yards, orchards, or naturalized areas. Its adaptability and low-maintenance nature make it a rewarding tree for home gardeners and farmers alike.

Planting Tips:

Plant your American Butternut Tree in early spring or fall in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root system and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Regular watering during the first few years will help the tree establish a strong root system.

Flower Color:

Greenish-yellow (inconspicuous)

Plant Class:

Deciduous Nut Tree

Plant Name:

American Butternut Tree

Shipping Details:

Your American Butternut Tree will be shipped as a bare root plant, carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in optimal condition. Bare root plants are shipped during dormancy to promote successful transplanting and establishment in your landscape.

Key Information for American Butternut Tree – Bare Root, 2-3 ft | Juglans cinerea (Juglans cinerea):

• 📏Size: Butternut is a medium to large deciduous tree that can reach a height of 40-60 feet (12-18 m) and a spread of 40-75 feet (12-23 m).
• 🍂Foliage: The foliage of Butternut is deciduous and pinnately compound, with 11-17 oblong-lanceolate leaflets that turn yellow in the fall.
• 🌼Flowers & Fruit: In late spring to early summer, Butternut produces greenish-yellow, catkin-like flowers that are inconspicuous. The flowers are followed by oblong, green fruits that mature to brown in the fall. The edible nuts are enclosed in a thick, woody shell and have a distinctive, sweet flavor.
• ↕️Growth Habit: Butternut has a broad, rounded crown with irregularly spreading branches.
• ☀️Sunlight: Butternut thrives in full sun and prefers open, sunny sites.
• 🪨Soil: Butternut prefers well-drained soil, rich in organic matter, but can tolerate a range of soil types.
• 🗺️Hardiness: Butternut is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.
• 🧪pH Level: Butternut prefers a slightly acidic to neutral soil pH between 5.0 and 7.0.
• 🌳Pruning: Pruning of Butternut should be done in late winter or early spring while the tree is still dormant. Remove any dead or damaged branches, as well as any crossing or rubbing branches. Thin out the canopy to improve air circulation and allow more sunlight to reach the interior of the tree.
• 🐛Pests & Disease: Butternut is susceptible to a variety of pests and diseases, including walnut caterpillars, walnut husk flies, walnut aphids, root rot, and leaf spot. Regular monitoring and proper tree care can help to prevent and manage these issues.

Pollination of American Butternut Tree – Bare Root, 2-3 ft | Juglans cinerea (Juglans cinerea):

Butternut flowers are monoecious, meaning they have separate male and female flowers on the same tree. The male catkins release pollen, which is carried by the wind to the female flowers for pollination. Once pollinated, the female flowers develop into oblong fruits containing the edible nuts. Butternut nuts are a popular choice for baking and cooking, with a flavor similar to that of black walnut but milder and sweeter. Butternut trees are important for forest ecosystems, providing food and habitat for wildlife, including birds, squirrels, and chipmunks. Unfortunately, Butternut trees are under threat from butternut canker disease, which has devastated many populations. Efforts are ongoing to breed disease-resistant varieties and conserve the genetic diversity of this valuable tree species.

Fertilization

It is generally recommended to wait to fertilize a bare root plant until it has been established in the ground and is actively growing. This can vary depending on the type of plant and the growing conditions, but it is generally best to wait at least a few weeks to a few months after planting.

During the first year, you should focus on providing the plant with the right amount of water, sunlight and soil to help it become established. Once the plant has become established and is actively growing, you can begin to fertilize it.

You can use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer or one that is specifically formulated for the type of plant you have. Be sure to follow the instructions on the fertilizer package and apply it at the recommended rate.

It is also important to note that over-fertilizing can be harmful to plants, so it's always best to error on the side of caution and start with a lower amount of fertilizer and increase as needed.

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