BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

INFORMATION ONLY: We hope to have some of this rare plant available in winter 2012 or 2013

Description

A very rare, purple leaved form! This splendid tree has rich-purple leaves which can be up to 70 - 90 cm long on an established plant. These leaves are wonderfully aromatic when crushed. The vivid purple leaves are eye-catching and make Juglans regia 'Purpurea' a much sought after, specimen garden tree!

• Position: Full sun.
• Soil: Well drained, fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Reasonably hardy. Juglans regia 'Purpurea' appreciates shelter from cold winter winds.
• Rate of Growth: Slow until established, then moderate.
• Habit: Eventually a small tree with a branching, open habit.
  • Height: 10 m (32 ft).
  • Spread: 8 m (26 ft).

• Notes: This plant is grown for its beautiful, ornamental leaves and does not produce edible walnuts. We have a specimen of Juglans regia 'Purpurea', planted in the woodland garden surrounding our nursery. At 12 years old, it had reached a height of 3 m, a spread of 2.5 m and is shown in the photos below.