Pourpre

Purple Walnut Tree (Juglans regia ‘Purpurea’) is an ornamental form of common walnut appreciated for its distinctive purple young foliage and unusual garden presence.

The young leaves emerge in attractive reddish-purple tones in spring, before gradually darkening and turning greener during the growing season. This gives the tree strong ornamental interest, especially when planted as a specimen tree.

Like other walnut trees, it can eventually form a medium to large tree with a broad crown, and prefers a sunny position with deep, fertile and well-drained soil.

Purple Walnut may produce edible walnuts, although it is generally planted more for its decorative foliage than for heavy nut production. It is an interesting choice for collectors and gardeners looking for an unusual ornamental walnut.