Type
late-leafing, needs pollinizer
Walnut variety
Franquette Walnut
A French-type English walnut valued for very late bud break and good frost avoidance. Nuts are flavorful but generally smaller than Chandler.
Season
October
Best for
areas with late spring frosts
About Franquette
Franquette is a late-leafing French-type English walnut with good-quality nuts and valuable frost avoidance. It is terminal bearing and commonly used as a pollenizer for Chandler.
Growing Franquette Walnut
Franquette is particularly useful where late spring frosts threaten young walnut growth. It needs room for a large tree and should be managed for walnut blight in wet spring climates.
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.