The walnut can be propagated in different ways. The easiest way is the variant with seedlings. We will now present them to you. Follow our simple step-by-step guide!

Propagation from cuttings is much faster than propagation from seeds

Walnut seedling propagation - this is how it works

Compared to the propagation via the walnut fruits, the method with seedlings is quicker and less complicated to implement and often more promising. It doesn't require rocket science to grow new walnut trees using seedling propagation.

Here is the step-by-step guide:

  1. Take a sufficiently large planter to hand.
  2. Fill the bucket with high-quality, nutrient-rich potting soil.
  3. Cut several fresh shoots at least six inches long from your current walnut tree. It doesn't matter if the shoots are still green or are already showing signs of woody growth.
  4. Place the seedlings in the prepared planter.
  5. Then water the soil vigorously.
  6. Place the bucket in a light, well-protected and frost-free location.
  7. Keep the soil constantly moist afterwards.
  8. You can easily check whether the propagation is working: If new leaves form soon, the respective seedling has started. Otherwise it is a shoot that is not suitable for propagation.
  9. Once the seedlings have started, you should give each growing walnut tree its own tub.
  10. Put the tubs with the walnut trees outside in summer. They want a sunny location there. Also make sure the soil doesn't dry out. So you need to water the seedlings regularly.
  11. In winter you should place the young trees in a frost-proof place. Always remember that the thriving plants are not yet sufficiently hardy - this takes at least two years.

Additional tips for walnut propagation with seedlings

  • We advise you to always place several seedlings in a planter at first. Because it is anything but certain that every shoot also develops roots. So give yourself a better chance of walnut growth right away.
  • Walnut trees are generally sensitive to frost and can easily freeze to death. This is especially true for young trees. Therefore, you should not transplant your seedlings into the garden prematurely.
  • In principle, it is important to only propagate a walnut tree if you have enough space in the garden. Otherwise you can try a bonsai attitude. However, this experiment fails in many cases.

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