Butternut Tree

The Butternut tree, also known as Juglans cinerea, is a medium-sized deciduous tree native to the eastern United States and southern Canada. It is a member of the walnut family and is closely related to the black walnut tree. The butternut tree grows to a height of 40 to 60 feet and has a rounded crown. It has gray-brown bark that is deeply furrowed and divided into ridges. The leaves are pinnately compound, with 11 to 17 leaflets that are 2 to 4 inches long. They turn a bright yellow in the fall. The butternut tree produces edible nuts that have a rich, buttery flavor and are popular in baking and cooking. The nuts are enclosed in a thick, green husk that splits open as they mature in the fall. The trees typically begin producing nuts when they are around 20 years old.The butternut tree prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. The tree is relatively disease-resistant but can be susceptible to butternut canker, a fungal disease that can kill the tree. The butternut tree has a number of traditional medicinal uses, including as a treatment for constipation and skin irritations. The tree also has cultural significance for some Native American tribes, who have used its bark and nuts for food and medicine. Ships Spring 2027. USDA Zone: 3-7 Mature Height: 40-60' Mature Spread: 35-50' Sun: Full Sun Ripening Time: Late October Pollination: Required Scientific Name: Juglans cinerea Check out this USDA write up on the Butternut Tree SHIPS SPRING 2027