Walnut trees are a stunning feature in a larger garden. French Walnut ‘Lara’® is a spur bearing variety that is slightly more compact than others, but it still produces stunning proportions. From September to December, this early-bearing walnut produces excellent quality nuts with a distinct creamy flavor. ‘Lara’® walnut is grown on ‘Juglans regia’ rootstock. It is self-fertile and thus does not require a pollination partner. Walnut trees may take a while to establish, but they will start producing nuts after about four years. 12m (39′) tall. 9m (29′) spread. Once planted, the estimated time to harvest is four years. The time to best yield is estimated to be 10 years.
Growing Information
Walnuts make substantial trees and are suited to only the largest of gardens. They should be planted at least 9m (30ft) from any buildings. Grow walnut trees in moist, slightly acid, well drained soil in full sun. When growing walnut trees, choose a sheltered position as young trees are easily damaged by frosts. Prior to planting walnut trees, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the soil, and drive a stake into the planting hole to support the tree once it is planted. Plant walnut trees at the same soil level as they were growing at the nursery, and use a tree tie to fasten the tree to the stake.
