- Botanical name: Juglans regia 'Broadview'
- Common name: Walnut
- Family: Juglandaceae
- Plant Type: Tree, Deciduous
Green
Green
- Key features:
- Attractive to wildlife
- Fruits
- Prefers rich soil
Juglans regia ‘Broadview’ is the most commonly grown walnut in Britain. Self-fertile and hardy, it’s perfect for the British climate, and all but the smallest gardens. Nuts are produced after three to five years.
For best results grow Juglans regia ‘Broadview’ in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Prune annually to maximise fruiting potential and contain growth. Walnuts can be harvested when green for pickling, or left until autumn to be dried and stored.
How to grow Juglans 'Broadview'
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Plant size
6m height
4m spread
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Aspect
South facing, west facing
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Position in border
Back
- Sun exposure: Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Acidic / chalky / alkaline / clay / heavy / moist / well drained / light / sandy
Plant calendar
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Juglans 'Broadview' and wildlife
Juglans 'Broadview' is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Attractive to Bees
Does not attract Beneficial insects
Does not attract Birds
Does not attract Butterflies/Moths
Does not attract Other pollinators
Is Juglans 'Broadview' poisonous?
Juglans 'Broadview' can be toxic.
Toxic to Dogs
Toxic to Horses
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People