Type
late-leafing, needs pollinizer
Walnut variety
Chandler Walnut
A leading California walnut with light-colored kernels, good yields, and lateral bearing. Its relatively late leaf-out can help reduce spring-frost exposure.
Season
late September to October
Best for
home orchards, kernel quality
About Chandler
Chandler is a highly productive, late-leafing English walnut with light-colored, well-filled kernels. It is a major commercial cultivar because of its nut quality and lateral bearing habit.
Growing Chandler Walnut
Chandler benefits from a compatible pollinizer such as Franquette, especially where spring weather limits pollen movement. It is susceptible to walnut blight, so choose well-drained sites with good air flow and manage disease where needed.
Full growing guide
For planting, care, pollination, and harvest that apply to all walnut, see the complete guide.
How to grow WalnutOther walnut varieties
Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; chill hours, hardiness, and pollination vary, so confirm suitability for your zone. Availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.