(Juglans cinerea) A cousin to the black walnut, and sometimes called the white walnut, the butternut tree is a North American native, especially popular in the eastern United States. Butternuts, as the name implies, is popular in baking for their oily, buttery flavor. This sweet nut is also enjoyed by deer, squirrels and birds. Here are a few things to note if you’re considering adding a butternut tree to your yard. Environmental Conditions Butternut trees grow well in acidic, alkaline,…
