Juglans nigra -
28° F
Deciduous
Shade tolerant: No
Maturity Ht.: 125'
Growth Rate: Fast
Drought tolerance: Low
Landscaping: Yes
Ht: 4' +

Prefers deep fertile soils with adequate moisture but with early care it becomes very tolerant of extreme conditions. Widely planted as a shade/valuable landscape tree and for its nuts which are collected for commercial use; and wildlife. One of the most durable hardwoods in America - hard, straight grained, easily worked and used for fine furniture, bookcases, tables, desks, and more.