Black Walnut is a beautiful tree throughout the year and is a favorite of many animals, especially birds and rodents, but, is enjoyed mostly in the summer because it provides great open shade on hot days. 

Black Walnut (Juglans nigra) 

Why are leaves always involved in risky business?
Because they constantly have to go out on a limb!

Did you know?

• The wood is prized for making furniture because of its color and durability 
• The outer covering of the nut was used by Native Americans to make medicine 

Common Names: 

• Black Walnut 
• American Walnut 
• Eastern Black Walnut 

Wildlife Benefits: 

• Birds and rodents eat the nuts (the nuts make up 10 percent of the Eastern Fox Squirrel's diet!) 

Habitat: 

• ​Woodlands 

Size: 

• ​65-100' tall, with a crown width of 60-80' 

Growing Conditions: 

• Full sun to partial shade 
• Moist, well-drained soil 

​Select Identification Characteristics: 

• Leaf Type: Pinnately Compound 
• Leaf Arrangement: Alternate 
• Bud Arrangement: Alternate
• Terminal Bud: Single 

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