Walnut is an ornamental plant that can decorate any garden or yard. But not everyone knows that walnut also has negative properties that can harm the house and its inhabitants.
Therefore, it is important to know why you cannot plant a walnut tree near your home and what precautions you need to take.
What are the harmful properties of walnuts?
Walnut has the following harmful properties that can affect the house and its inhabitants.
Walnuts secrete toxic substances that inhibit the growth and development of other plants. This phenomenon is called allelopathy.
Due to allelopathy, walnuts can destroy the lawn, flowers, vegetables or fruits that grow near them. Allelopathic substances are found in the leaves, bark, roots and fruits of walnuts.
Walnuts have a powerful and deep root system that can damage a home's foundation, walls, or pipes. Walnut roots can penetrate cracks and widen them, causing structures to warp or collapse. Walnut roots can also block or damage sewer or water lines, causing clogs or leaks.
The walnut tree has a large, bushy crown that can shade the house or nearby plants. This can cause the house to become cold, damp, or dark, and the plants to become weak, sickly, or wilted.
The crown of the walnut tree can also pose a danger to the home or people in the event of strong winds or hail, when branches may break off or fruits may fall.
What precautions should be taken when planting walnut trees?
If you want to plant walnut trees in your garden, you should take the following precautions to avoid any negative consequences.
1. Choose the right place to plant the walnut. It should be at least 10-15 meters away from the house and other buildings. It should also be sunny, spacious and well-drained.
2. Choose the right walnut variety. It should be adapted to the climate conditions of your region, resistant to diseases and pests, and have a small growth and crown.
3. Choose the right time to plant walnuts. It should be in spring or autumn, when the soil is warm and moist and the plant is dormant. Planting walnuts in summer or winter can cause the tree to die or grow more slowly.
4. Choose the right method for planting walnut. It should be with a seedling or cutting, not a seed. Walnut seeds have a low germination rate and a long vegetation period, and may not retain the varietal properties of the mother plant. The walnut seedling or cutting should be healthy, strong and well developed.
By following these simple rules, you can plant walnut trees correctly on your plot and enjoy their fruits and beauty.
Then the walnut will serve you not only as a source of nutrition and medicine, but also as a symbol of wisdom, strength and longevity.
