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Walnut Tree (Persian Walnut) – Juglans regia The Persian Walnut ( Juglans regia ) is one of the most popular and productive nut trees you can plant. Known for its sweet, buttery nuts and fast growth, this hardy walnut is ideal for home growers, hobby orchards, and anyone wanting to add a long-lived food tree to their landscape. Sizes Explained A Grade (Ground-Ready): Stronger, thicker stems for instant planting. B Grade (Ground-Ready): Thinner stems, suitable for planting directly in the ground. Pot-Ready: Start in a pot or nursery bed for one season before transplanting. Key Features Produces large, easy-to-crack walnuts Grows well in Zones 5–8 Tasty, mild, classic walnut flavour Fast-growing and long-lived Excellent shade tree and nut producer Mature Size & Growth Habit The Persian Walnut develops a strong central trunk and a broad, rounded canopy, making it a statement tree in any yard. Height: 40–60 ft (12–18 m) Spread: 30–40 ft (9–12 m) Long lifespan: 50+ years of nut production Begins bearing nuts in 5–7 years This walnut tree grows best in full sun and deep, well-drained soil . Once established, it becomes drought-tolerant and low-maintenance . Nut Taste & Quality This is the classic walnut we all know — the smooth-shelled, easy-to-crack walnut commonly found in stores. Light-coloured shell Thin skin and mild flavour Sweet, buttery taste Easy to crack; kernels often come out in full halves Nuts ripen from late September to October , making it a dependable autumn harvest. Where the Walnut Tree Grows Best The Persian Walnut thrives in many parts of Canada and the northern United States. Great for southern Canada ( NS, ON, QC in warmer sites ) Performs well in climates with warm summers and cold winters Avoid frost pockets and heavy clay soil Prefers full sun and open space Ideal for food forests, homesteads, small farms, and backyard growers . Why Grow This Walnut Tree? Produces delicious nuts for decades Beautiful foliage and excellent summer shade Adds value to your property Reliable harvest and low maintenance Perfect choice for long-term edible landscaping What You Receive Your walnut tree is shipped bare-root in early spring , ready to plant, quick to establish, and grown with care on our farm.