Butternut

Juglans cinerea

Feeds the food chain

A larval host plant. The caterpillars it raises are the primary food source for baby songbirds.

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About Butternut

Butternut is a native tree. Bloom time is in May. Give it full sun and moist soil for strongest growth. Mature plants stand 12 m–20 m tall. Supports caterpillars (as a larval host).

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