What are the varieties of walnuts grown in California?
There are 37 varieties of walnuts grown in California. However, four varieties account for over 80 per cent of total production: Chandler, Hartley, Payne and Serr. Here are some fast facts on a few of the many walnuts found in California… Chandler This large, smooth, oval nut is harvested mid-season. Its good shell seal, excellent kernel colour (90 per cent light grade) and high fruitfulness (fruit found on 80 to 90 per cent of lateral buds) make it a popular choice. These nuts are found on a moderately vigorous, semi-upright, medium-sized tree and are pollinized by Cisco and Scharsch Franquette. Hartley The most widely planted walnut variety in California, the Hartley needs 40 to 45 foot spacing for its mature trees. Its kernels are 90 per cent light, its tree size is medium to large, and in fertile soil it spreads moderately with good vigour. Acceptable pollinizers are the late blooming Amigo and Scharsch Franquette. Payne Harvested early in the season, the Payne nut is medium to sma
