Butternut (White Walnut) vs Northern Pin Oak - TreeTime.ca

Butternut (White Walnut) vs Northern Pin Oak

Juglans cinerea

Quercus ellipsoidalis

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Butternut (White Walnut)
Northern Pin Oak

Butternut is one of the few walnut varieties native to Canada. The nuts are sought after for their mild, sweet, and oily taste. Ensure this tree is planted in full sun and well-drained soil for best results.

Butternut is self-fertile but it has better yields when planted near other butternuts. It can survive in zone 2, but reliably produces nuts in zone 3.

A top CO2 absorbing species. Experts think this tree may help climate change more than others.

Northern Pin oak has an attractive but irregular rounded crown with lower hanging branches. This species is one of the few oak species recommended for the prairies and colder areas. Northern Pin Oak prefers drier habitats.

The spectacular fall leaf color of this tree is the primary reason for its popularity. Fall leaves turn orange and red to reddish brown.

Squirrels, jays, deer, and similar animals love its acorns.

Note: Most Oak species can be considered toxic for many animals.

Butternut (White Walnut) Quick Facts

Northern Pin Oak Quick Facts

Zone: 2b
Zone: 3a
Height: 25 m (82 ft)
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Spread: 8 m (27 ft)
Spread: 14 m (45 ft)
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: yes
Nuts: brown shell, edible
Nuts: acorns
Growth rate: fast
Growth rate: slow
Life span: medium
Life span: long
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: none




Other Names: demon walnut, oilnut, white walnut
Other Names: hills oak, jack oak, upland pin oak