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California Native Plant

Juglans californica

California Black Walnut

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

The Juglans californica is a deciduous, drought tolerant tree capable of surviving aridity and poor soils. It is not very ornamental and as a result, is not frequently commercially grown. It typically looks like a shrub, growing to 25' tall. Foliage is aromatic. Leaves turn yellow in fall. This tree is important to wildlife and birds as it provides food and shelter. Nuts are edible.

 

Plant Type

Tree, Shrub

Height Range

12-25'

Flower Color

n/a

Flower Season

n/a

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

Brown

Fruit Color

Brown

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Slow

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wetlands, Wild Garden, Woodland

Accenting Features

Fall Color, Fragrance, Multi-trunk Tree

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Roadside

Special Uses

Erosion Control, Naturalizing

Attracts Wildlife

Birds, Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.