Overview
Juglans regia var. kamaonia is a spreading branched fruit edible in the genus Juglans, part of the Juglandaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Juglans regia var. kamaonia grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include specimen tree.
About
Juglans regia, known by various common names including the common walnut, English walnut, or Persian walnut amongst other names, is a species of walnut. It is native to Eurasia in at least southwest and central Asia and southeast Europe, but its exact natural area is obscure due to its long history of cultivation.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Juglans
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Juglans regia var. kamaonia size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Fruit Edible, Trees
- Habit
- Spreading branched
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Specimen tree
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Juglans regia var. kamaonia
- Propagation
- Seed, grafting
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, walnut blister mite
- Disease resistance
- Walnut leaf spot, walnut leaf blotch, honey fungus, coral spot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Juglans regia var. kamaonia?
Juglans regia var. kamaonia prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Juglans regia var. kamaonia need?
Juglans regia var. kamaonia grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Juglans regia var. kamaonia hardy in the UK?
Juglans regia var. kamaonia has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Juglans regia var. kamaonia?
Seed, grafting.
More in the Juglans genus
- Juglans ailantifoliaJapanese walnut
- Juglans ailantifolia var. cordiformis 'Campbell Cw3' (F)
- Juglans regia 'Plovdivski' (F)
