Southern California Walnut


Scientific Name: Juglans californica S. Wats.
Family: Juglandaceae
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 18-24
USDA: 8-10

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: California

Growth Habits: Shrub or tree, 15 to 50 feet tall (4.5-15 m); scented, blackish brown bark, furrowed when mature; compound leaves, 7 to 12 inches long (17-30 cm), with 9 to 15 leaflets, 1.5 to 3 inches long (3.5-7.5 cm)

Watering Needs: Low water use when established

Propagation: Fresh seeds, plant rapidly in final location


Fruiting Habits:
The fruit is 1 to 1.6 inches in diameter (2.5-4 cm), tasty and edible


 

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