'Buccaneer' Walnut Tree
The Highlights
- 'Buccaneer' is a reliable walnut tree that starts cropping from a young age (3-5 years) and produces heavier crops than many varieties
- Delicious walnuts can be harvested green for pickling or left until autumn to dry and store. They can then be eaten raw or used in cooking
- Grows to 6 x 5m in 20 years but can be pruned smaller
- Green catkins appear in spring, attracting early pollinators
- Ideally suited for the UK climate - grow in a sunny and sheltered spot for best harvests
- Self fertile variety - you'll only need one tree for a good crop
The Highlights
- 'Buccaneer' is a reliable walnut tree that starts cropping from a young age (3-5 years) and produces heavier crops than many varieties
- Delicious walnuts can be harvested green for pickling or left until autumn to dry and store. They can then be eaten raw or used in cooking
- Grows to 6 x 5m in 20 years but can be pruned smaller
- Green catkins appear in spring, attracting early pollinators
- Ideally suited for the UK climate - grow in a sunny and sheltered spot for best harvests
- Self fertile variety - you'll only need one tree for a good crop
how to grow
Good pest and disease resistance
Walnut trees are not prone to many pests or diseases, although they may occasionally be affected by coral spot, aphids or walnut blister mites. If you see aphids or other bugs, pick them off by hand and spray the infected area with some soapy water. To avoid coral spot, always prune in dry weather.
Water when newly planted
Water establishing plants during dry spells for at least a year after planting.
Full sun
Needs a sunny position with around 6 hours of sunlight daily
Any fertile, well-drained soil
Prefers fertile well draining soil. Can also tolerate clay soil but you will need to take some steps to improve drainage, such as mixing in fine horticultural grit or perlite to the surrounding soil when planting.
No feeding required
Your tree will get all the nutrients it needs from the soil (make sure it's good by mixing in some compost or rootgrow when planting) https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0513/3428/3424/files/pruning_3x_4d3eaf73-f629-45e0-87a5-6f14f5f005fc.png?v=1613300929
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Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower
