Northern Pin Oak vs Carpathian English Walnut - TreeTime.ca

Northern Pin Oak vs Carpathian English Walnut

Quercus ellipsoidalis

Juglans regia Carpathian

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Northern Pin Oak
Carpathian English Walnut

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.

Carpathian English Walnut is a great shade tree or a fantastic addition to a food garden. The taste is described as having a full flavour with a hint of sweetness and butterscotch. They are great for fresh eating, cooking, and baking. Thin shelled nuts split right down the center, making them easy to crack. Harvest ranges from late September to early October.

It is known for being highly productive and more cold hardy than other English Walnut varieties.
Carpathian English Walnut is considered to be self pollinating but planting with a second variety will result in greater yields. It can be cross pollinated with Black Walnut and others.

Northern Pin Oak Quick Facts

Carpathian English Walnut Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 5a
Height: 18 m (60 ft)
Height: 15 m (50 ft)
Spread: 14 m (45 ft)
Spread: 12 m (40 ft)
Light: full sun
Light: full sun
Moisture: dry, normal
Moisture: normal
Growth rate: slow
Growth rate: medium
Life span: long
Life span: long
Suckering: none
Suckering: none
Maintenance: medium


Nuts: acorns
Nuts: thin shelled, easy to crack
Flavor: full flavor, hint of sweetness
Harvest: late September - early October
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: yes
Catkins: no


Native to: ON
Other Names: hills oak, jack oak, upland pin oak
Other Names: black sea walnut, common walnut, persian walnut