Old French variety with medium-large elongated nuts of good flavor. Especially popular in areas prone to late frost, or blossom rot in springtime, as Franquette English Walnut is very late to break dormancy and start blooming. Somewhat self-fertile, pollinating with Chandler can increase yield.
ZONE: 6-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Partially self-fertile; pollinating with Chandler can increase yield. Very late bloom, and good pollinizer.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, mildly acidic soils and good drainage. Sites with deep (three feet or more), well-drained loamy soils with pH values between 6.0 and 8.0 are best. Intolerant of flooding. Corrective pruning to maintain central leader as necessary. Usually 4-5 large scaffolding branches allowed.
CHILL HOURS: Medium: 700 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. Resistant to walnut blight and codling moth.
SIZE AT MATURITY: To 35-40' x 20'
