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Walnut Varietals


Below is a list of all known varietals for Walnut. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.


Varietal Name Description Soil Texture pH Range Organic Matter Salinity Level Hardiness Zone Humidity Water (in/wk)
Black Walnut A wild variety with a robust, earthy flavor and a harder shell, often used in desserts and specialty dishes. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Chandler Walnut A large and smooth walnut variety, prized for its high yield and light-colored kernels. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
English Walnut The most common variety, known for its mild flavor and thin shell, used in baking, cooking, and snacking. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Franquette Walnut A late-blooming French walnut variety, known for its rich flavor and high resistance to disease. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Hartley Walnut An older variety of walnut with a mild flavor and a thinner shell, used in snacking and baking. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Howard Walnut A popular commercial variety known for its light-colored nuts and smooth shells, often used in processed walnut products. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Lara Walnut A European variety known for its smooth shell and rich, sweet flavor, often used in confectionery. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Serr Walnut A California-bred walnut variety, prized for its large, smooth nuts and sweet flavor. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Tulare Walnut A high-yielding variety with a bold flavor, often used for commercial processing. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
Vina Walnut A medium-sized walnut with a mild flavor, commonly used in snacks and baking. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High
White Walnut (Butternut) A rarer species of walnut with a rich, buttery flavor, often used in gourmet recipes. Loamy Soil 6.6 - 7.3 Moderate (2% - 4%) 2 - 4 8A High