{"product_id":"english-walnut-juglans-nigra","title":"English Walnut (juglans regia)","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong-established non-native tree, widely naturalised and well-suited to UK climates, especially southern\/lowland areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduces delicious, thin-shelled edible walnuts for fresh eating, pickling (green), or cooking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMajestic specimen tree with broad crown providing ample shade; aromatic pinnate leaves and attractive catkins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValuable timber with decorative grain for furniture; long-lived (centuries) with yellow autumn colour.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMild juglone effect (less than black walnut) inhibits some plants nearby.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports pollinators and wildlife.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow-maintenance once established; suitable for large gardens, parks, or agroforestry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting Guide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest time: Bare-root November–March (dormant season); container-grown autumn or spring.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation: Full sun (essential for nut production); deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil (prefers loam, tolerates chalk\/clay but dislikes waterlogged); sheltered from frost pockets and strong winds; requires vast space – matures 20–35m tall\/wide, unsuitable for small gardens.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation: Dig large hole twice root ball width; add organic matter to poor soils.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlanting: Set at original depth (check trunk soil mark); stake young trees; firm in, water well, mulch base to surpress weeds and maintain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAftercare: Water regularly first few years in dry spells; minimal pruning (winter for form); monitor for late frosts and protect small trees if possible; protect ripening nuts from squirrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"20-40cm","offer_id":58457667371352,"sku":null,"price":2.16,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60-90cm","offer_id":58457667404120,"sku":null,"price":4.32,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4879\/4968\/files\/IMG_2178.jpg?v=1789921128","url":"https:\/\/www.treegrowers.co.uk\/products\/english-walnut-juglans-nigra","provider":"Cumbria Tree Growers Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}