Walnut
Rating: 4
Size: English walnut tree 60 ft tall, black walnut height 75 ft
Lifespan: English walnut tree 150 years, black walnut tree 250 years
Shade: Dense shade
Type: deciduous hardwood slow growing nut tree
Most of us are familiar with the English walnut. This is the nut that we buy shelled or whole at the local grocery store. We are also familiar with black walnuts as we have seen cutting boards, pianos, wooden hope chests, antiques, and other artifacts crafted out of its sturdy dark wood. For many homeonwers, a walnut is not a practical tree because the fall nut clean up can be a daunting job. The leaves and nuts also can harm livestock and horses. Still, there are many lovers of this tree, including myself. I planted my walnut tree away from the lawn area so that I don’t have to stress about misplaced nuts.
A slow growing hardwood, the walnut leaves, bark, and overall tree shape are very attractive. Walnuts are healthy and fun to crack and eat. This tree should be definitely considered for the homeowner who likes to grow food while enjoying a beautiful hardwood.
Both the English and black walnut do terrific in the Ogden and Layton area. These are hardy trees with few pest and disease problems.
Note: these trees tend to attract squirrels, chipmunks, and crows.