{"product_id":"franquette-walnut-tree-qz9x54","title":"Franquette Walnut Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eFranquette walnut trees are prized for their large, high-quality nuts with smooth shells and rich, buttery flavor. This late-blooming variety is resistant to spring frosts, making it an excellent choice for regions with unpredictable weather. Franquette thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, performing best in temperate climates. The tree is highly productive and showcases lush green foliage, adding ornamental value to its nut-bearing qualities. Known for its consistent yields and exceptional nut quality, Franquette is a staple for home orchards and commercial growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStandard on Paradox rootstock.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones: \u003c\/strong\u003e7-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours: \u003c\/strong\u003e700-1,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest: \u003c\/strong\u003eOctober-November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooks: \u003c\/strong\u003eWell-sealed, thin-shelled nuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersonality: \u003c\/strong\u003eHigh quality nuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacts of note: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Franquette walnut (Scharsch strain) is the last English walnut to leaf out, and is less susceptible to spring frost damage. The tree is very large tree, and makes an excellent shade tree. Fair production of well sealed, thin-shelled, high quality nuts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination: \u003c\/strong\u003eSelf-pollinated. Higher yields with a pollenizer especially when the tree is young. Chandler is a great pollenizer choice for Franquette.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/blogs\/articles\/fruit-trees\"\u003eFruit Tree Central\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit tree videos and articles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=sharing\"\u003eTree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit \u0026amp; nut tree growing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more information about different types of rootstocks and how they influence tree size and growth, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49535771771108,"sku":"FT216","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/0290\/0196\/files\/Franquette_Walnut_Tree_122100b3-9608-4a00-b753-33d41d19e14e.png?v=1785402290","url":"https:\/\/groworganics.shop\/products\/franquette-walnut-tree-qz9x54","provider":"Westbridge","version":"1.0","type":"link"}