Varieties

There are hundreds of varieties of English Walnuts and many closely related species. Based on knowledge from many years of growing we have selected a range suitable for the climate throughout the UK.

The main related species of interest are from North America and the Far East. Most of the J nigra varieties from America are big trees with valuable timber, though most will give nuts too.

Nut bearing walnut trees

Recommended for their nut-bearing prowess: Broadview, Buccaneer, Hansen, Lara, Metcalfe, Number 16, Plovdivski, Proslavski, Rita, Red Danube, Soleze.

Read more about walnut trees for nut production.

Ornamental walnut trees

There are numerous varieties of Juglans regia which are grown mainly for their appearance: Abbotbad, Cathayensis, Hansen, Leopold, Paradox, Pedro, Pendula, Purpurea, Red Danube, Regia Laciniata, Tremlett’s Giant.

Read more about ornamental walnut trees.

Walnut trees for timber

For timber production we recommend the following varieties: Axel, Buccaneer, Coenen, Number 16, Plovdivski, Proslavski.

Read more about varieties for timber and agro forestry.