nut variety in zone 7b
Chandler english walnut in zone 7b
Chandler · Juglans regia
- Zone
- 7b 5°F to 10°F
- Growing season
- 220 days
- Chill needed
- 500 to 800 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 150 to 200
The verdict
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About Chandler
Sweet, mild, large light kernels; the California commercial standard for shelling and export. Productive late-leafing variety that dodges spring frost.
Critical timing for zone 7b
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Common challenges in zone 7b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust pressure heavy in piedmont
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Brown marmorated stink bug
- ▸ Late summer disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7b
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Chandler in adjacent zones
Other english walnut varieties for zone 7b
Frequently asked questions
- Will Chandler english walnut grow in zone 7b?
Yes. Chandler is recommended for USDA zones 7a through 9a, which includes zone 7b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 7b?
English Walnut needs 500 to 800 chill hours. Zone 7b typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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Image: "Juglans regia Echte Walnussfrucht 1", by Böhringer Friedrich, via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC-BY Source.
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