{"title":"Nut Trees","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the best nut trees to grow in the backyard or landscape? \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best nut trees to grow in the backyard are ones that will grow in your \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/zone_finder\"\u003egrow zone\u003c\/a\u003e and fit your space. Some trees, like the Hardy Almond are smaller, growing 15-18 ft. tall, while other nut trees, like the butternut and hickory, grow quite large and also make excellent shade trees. Other considerations when choosing a nut tree to grow are its growth rate, habit, pollination requirements and the types of nuts it produces. \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"american_hazelnut_tree_","title":"Hazelnut Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSmall size, big production! At just 15 ft. tall, the Hazelnut Tree, also called the American Filbert Tree, can be used as an attractive shrub-like landscape plant or as an informal hedge. Its fiery fall foliage brightens the landscape. Hazelnuts are easy to crack and contain small sweet kernels that are delicious for eating fresh and cooking. The nuts are harvested from September to October. For pollination, plant two or more Hazelnut trees. Requires 700-1,000 chill hours. Grows best in full sun to partial shade. Zones 4-8.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51622009962868,"sku":"08715","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/08715A.webp?v=1729086230"},{"product_id":"black_walnut_tree_","title":"Black Walnut Tree","description":"Bears up to 30 bushels of nuts once established. Truly a gourmet favorite—black walnuts have a rich flavor prized for baking, plus twice the protein of English walnuts. Trees grow up to 75 ft. tall with dark green foliage, excellent for providing shade. Dark brown wood is strong with an attractive grain, providing valuable timber. Self-pollinating, but plant two or more for top crops. \u003ci\u003eNot available in AZ, CA, WV.\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"1-1\/2 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Spring","offer_id":51622022447476,"sku":"69978","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4 Ft (Qty- 1) | Spring","offer_id":53511769915764,"sku":"11573","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Year-Round","offer_id":56520121450868,"sku":"17858","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/08664A.webp?v=1729086500"},{"product_id":"butternut_tree_","title":"Butternut Tree","description":"The butternut, also known as the white walnut, bears tender nuts with a rich, sweet, buttery flavor even after enduring subzero temperatures! One of the hardiest of all nut trees, butternuts grow 40-60 ft. at maturity and have attractive light golden wood, which is popular for paneling and furniture. This native of North America also makes an attractive shade or landscape tree, with its rounded form and dark green foliage. Plant two or more for pollination purposes. \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: We are unable to ship our trees to PO Boxes at this time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51622029033844,"sku":"13323","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/13323A.webp?v=1729086734"},{"product_id":"halls_hardy_almond_tree","title":"Hall's Hardy Almond Tree","description":"A rapidly growing tree to 15-18 ft. with showy pink blooms and dense foliage. Begins production often in the third year and will produce 12-15 lbs. of nuts at maturity. Nuts mature in September. Self-fertile. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecent research has uncovered the health benefits of almonds. Studies show, eating a handful of almonds a day can help lower \"bad\" cholesterol, and that they are an excellent source of fiber, vitamin E and potassium as well as protein. Eating almonds as a snack can also help satisfy hunger and help with weight management. \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: We are unable to ship our trees to PO Boxes at this time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"2-4 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Spring","offer_id":51622068224372,"sku":"08696","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3-4 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Spring","offer_id":51622068257140,"sku":"08697","price":32.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Year-Round","offer_id":56520123416948,"sku":"17745","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/08696A.webp?v=1729088059"},{"product_id":"hardy_pecan_tree_","title":"Hardy Pecan Tree","description":"Did you think pecans were only a Southern delicacy? Think again! You can enjoy the buttery taste of pecans as far north as Zone 5. This tree produces good-sized, thin-shelled nuts. Native to the United States, the Hardy Pecan Tree grows 70 ft. tall at maturity, and its lustrous dark green foliage will provide ample shade.  With its large, rounded crown, it's a majestic tree for large landscapes. It grows best in moist, well-drained soils. Plant two Hardy Pecan Trees to ensure pollination. Zones 5-8.","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"1-1\/2 Ft. 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It produces thin-shelled nuts that split on their own when fully ripe, with a flavor similar to pecans. Plant two Shellbark Hickory trees for pollination. Zones 4-8.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"2-4 Ft (Qty- 1) | Spring","offer_id":51622113411444,"sku":"70066","price":21.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Year-Round","offer_id":56706890269044,"sku":"17797","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0867\/8676\/9195\/files\/70066A.webp?v=1729089725"},{"product_id":"superior_chinese_chestnut_tree_","title":"Chinese Superior Chestnut Tree","description":"If you've never tried Chinese chestnuts before, you are in for a treat! Nuts are large, meaty, crisp and sweet. An exceptionally delicate flavor emerges when roasted or used in traditional stuffing. This handsome tree has dark green glossy foliage, thrives in many types of soil and grows 40-60 ft. at maturity. Highly resistant to chestnut blight, sets 75-100 pounds of nuts per season. Plant two for pollination. \u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: We are unable to ship our trees to PO Boxes at this time.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gurneys","offers":[{"title":"2-4 Ft. (Qty - 1) | Spring","offer_id":51622120620404,"sku":"13329","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4 Ft. (Qty- 1) | Spring","offer_id":51622120653172,"sku":"96995","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"2-4 Ft. 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