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Butternut vs Amur MaackiaJuglans cinerea Maackia amurensis COMING SOON (new stock expected: later this season) NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON (new stock expected: fall of 2019) 
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. Amur Maackia is a robust and pretty tree often used for urban decoration and landscaping. This tree has coppery peeling bark that can sometimes resemble lace. Its upright clusters of small white flowers usually bloom in midsummer. Amur Maackia's Small size makes it a great choice for small yards or limited space. BUTTERNUT QUICK FACTSAMUR MAACKIA QUICK FACTS
Zone:
2b
Zone:
4a
Height:
25 m (82 ft)
Height:
8 m (25 ft)
Spread:
8 m (27 ft)
Spread:
8 m (25 ft)
Moisture:
dry, normal
Moisture:
normal, wet
Light:
full sun
Light:
partial shade, full sun
Fall colour:
brown
Flowers:
upright clusters of small white flowers
Bark:
shiny copper colour shedding in curls
Nuts:
brown shell with cream core starting around age 10
Growth rate:
fast
Growth rate:
slow
Life span:
medium
Life span:
long
Maintenance:
medium
Maintenance:
low
Suckering:
low
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Pollution tolerance:
medium
Other Names:
demon walnut, oilnut, white walnut
Other Names:
maackia
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes
Ships To Canada:
yes
Ships to USA: yes |