Butternut White Walnut Tree Live Seedling – 12+ Inches Tall | Juglans Cinerea | Hardy Native Nut Tree

Grow a distinctive North American native nut tree with this live Butternut, also known as White Walnut. This young Juglans cinerea seedling measures approximately 12 inches or taller and develops into an attractive deciduous tree with a rounded form and rich green foliage. Mature trees can produce edible nuts known for their rich, buttery flavor while also providing shade and landscape interest. Butternut is notably cold hardy and can reach approximately 40–60 feet tall under favorable conditions. The plant is freshly dug for shipment and sent with some soil and moist material protecting the roots. For improved nut production, growing two or more compatible trees can help support pollination.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Butternut White Walnut tree seedling
✔️ Approximately 12+ inches tall
✔️ Healthy young tree with established roots
✔️ Shipped freshly dug with roots protected and some soil attached
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Butternut, White Walnut
Botanical Name: Juglans cinerea
Plant Type: Deciduous nut and shade tree
Growth Stage: Young seedling
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Fertile, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; maintain consistent moisture during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 40–60 feet
Growth Habit: Upright tree developing a broad, rounded crown
Foliage: Green compound leaves
Fruit: Edible nuts with a rich, buttery flavor
Pollination: Planting multiple compatible trees can improve nut production
Cold Hardiness: Very cold hardy once established
USDA Zones: Approximately 3–7
Container Friendly: Best planted in the landscape as it matures

💡 Care Tip: Plant your Butternut seedling promptly after arrival to prevent the exposed root system from drying out. Choose a sunny location with fertile, well-draining soil and enough space for the tree’s mature canopy. Water deeply after planting and maintain consistent moisture while the roots establish. Some temporary leaf loss or transplant stress can occur after digging and shipping, so allow the young tree time to recover and produce fresh growth.