Butternut White Walnut Tree Seedling – Juglans cinerea, 12+ Inches Tall, Hardy Native Nut Tree

About This Plant

Butternut, or White Walnut (Juglans cinerea), is a North American native deciduous nut and shade tree. This young seedling is approximately 12 inches tall or taller with a broad, rounded crown and green compound leaves. Mature trees reach about 40–60 feet and produce edible nuts with a rich, buttery flavor. Very cold hardy once established.

What You Will Receive

1 live Butternut White Walnut tree seedling, approximately 12+ inches tall. The plant is a young, healthy seedling with established roots, freshly dug for shipment and sent with soil attached to protect the roots. Packed securely for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Butternut, White Walnut
• Botanical Name: Juglans cinerea
• Plant Type: Deciduous nut and shade tree
• Growth Stage: Young seedling
• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture during establishment
• Mature Height: Approximately 40–60 feet
• Growth Habit: Upright tree developing a broad, rounded crown
• Foliage: Green compound leaves
• Fruit: Edible nuts with a rich, buttery flavor
• Pollination: Planting multiple compatible trees can improve nut production
• Cold Hardiness: Very cold hardy once established
• USDA Zones: 3–7
• Container Friendly: Best planted in the landscape as it matures

Care Tip

Plant your Butternut seedling promptly after arrival to prevent root drying. Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-draining soil and space for the canopy. Water deeply after planting and maintain consistent moisture while roots establish. Some temporary leaf loss or transplant stress may occur; allow time for recovery and new growth.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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