Live BLACK WALNUT Tree Semi Bare Strong Rooted Plant PLANTS WILL BE DUG UP AFTER PAYMENT TO GET YOU THE FRESHEST PLANT AND GIVE PLANT A BETTER CHANCE. Plant may trim short during the shipping due to very tall for full growing season and better survive Bare root may trim the leave to better survive during shipping From November to March, We ship these plants in their dormant state, but it is the best time to plant. This means they will have no leaves. The stem will be strewn with buds for this coming spring's growth. If you live in a southern state, these will push new growth upon planting them as dormancy is dependent on hours of daylight and temperature. We are located in PA State and temperatures can differ drastically around the country. The black walnut tree is trendy because of its beautiful deep-brown to black bark and its vigorous growth habit. As it matures, it forms a round crown of branches and leaves as wide as a tall tree. This tree is well-suited to shading large landscapes alone or in stands. It will grow to approximately 50 to 75 feet high when fully grown, but ancient trees have been known to reach 150 feet in height. Wildlife Love The Black Walnut Tree Its drip line will spread 50 to 75 feet wide. They require full sunlight and are intolerant of shade. Juglans Nigra prefers well-drained, neutral soil. Consider planting stands of these trees to promote pollination and increase nut production. Birds and small forest creatures will be attracted to them. In October, after its leaves have fallen, the tree drops large, green husks containing black walnuts. The nuts attract wildlife such as squirrels, foxes, and woodpeckers, making it ideal for your family of birdwatchers. The Black Walnut Tree Will Provide Sustainable Nuts In The Future In addition to being an excellent shade tree, it has many practical uses. The nuts of Juglans Nigra, known as the nuts, can be harvested. The shells can make rich, brown organic dyes for cloth and wool. Older trees can be tapped for their sweet sap. Because of all its uses, this is an excellent tree for the homesteader. The Companions for The Black Walnut Tree Finding the right companion plants for the Black Walnut Tree is essential. This tree discourages the growth of some plants beneath its drip line. However, many beautiful companion plants will thrive beneath its shade, such as trilliums, hosta, cinnamon ferns, Spanish bluebells, and bellflowers. Black walnut trees are known for their longevity: The oldest Juglans Nigra on earth is 300 years old. Zone - 4-9. Mature Height: 50-75 ft. Mature Width: 50-75 ft. Growth/Year: 3-4 ft. Sunlight: Full Sun. Soil Conditions: Well-drained, neutral soils. Customer Service: Your success is our success. If you feel like you cannot leave us a 5 star rating or if you have any issues with your order, like damaged or wrong items etc...just send us a note and we'll promptly resolve the issue for you.