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SCHAFER WALNUT 
(Plant patent No. 494) 
For untold centuries the so-called “English” or 
“Persian” walnuts (Juglans Regia) have grown 
in most parts of Europe and Asia to latitudes as 
far north as 55 degrees and to altitudes of 6,000 
feet. Their northern spread is 6,000 miles from 
Copenhagen to Manchukuo. Poland, the Carpath- 
ian mountains and the Russian Ukraine have many 
fine trees. Just where these came from we are not 
sure but very likely the Magyars brought them with 
them from what is now Manchukuo in the 9th 
century or in previous invasions. 
Trees from these cold areas must, of necessity, 
grow fast in the spring and early summer and must 
mature their crop and wood, early in the fall. All 
cold-country walnuts (from north China, Russia or 
Poland) seem to have these characteristics, in con- 
trast to the ones brought to this country from 
France, Italy or southern Germany. It is unfortunate 
that we did not have good introductions from the 
cold sections earlier. 
The Schafer Walnut comes from the northern 
edge of the Carpathian mountains near Bukowina, 
latitude 48 degrees north, longitude 26 degrees 
east, about 60 miles south-west from Cernauti. This 
is at considerable altitude with winter temperatures 
dropping to 40 or 50 degrees below zero. A very 
severe climate. Winter and summer isotherms 
would indicate temperatures like northern Mon- 
tana. The ground freezes deeply. ~ 
The original Schafer Walnut tree, grown from 
seed brought from Bukowina, wa. planted in its 
present location near Yakima, Washington, about 
1926. Its spread is now over 60 feet and annual 
production several hundred pounds., 
From history and performance we consider this 
tree equal in hardiness to the American Black Wal- 
nut. Ripens a month earlier than the blacks. Dor- 
mancy begins about the same time as the Black 
walnut. However, the Schafer walnut starts earlier 
in the spring. In certain sections, subject to late 
freezes following warm spring weather, this early 
starting might be objectionable. However, even 
though new growth is nipped back by a freeze, 
the trees seem to be uninjured. In cases observed 
they have put out new growth and raised nuts just 

the same. 
Tree—Rapid grower, tall and spreading. 
Nuts—Large. Thin-shelled. Quality excellent. 
Very full-meated. 
Bearing—Bears young, annually and abundantly. 
Quality—Excellent. Considered by many as su- 
perior to Franquette. ; 
The valuable Circassian Walnut timber used in 
furniture manufacture is from the walnut trees of 
this type. Most of this lumber has come from the 
Caucasus Mountain region lying between the Black 
and Caspian seas. . 
We estimate a yearly return of from 100 to 300 
Ibs. of nuts per tree at ten years of age. Plant 50 
to 60 feet apart. Interplant with Wahlbert peaches. 
Besides being a profitable orchard tree the Scha- 
fer Walnut is most desirable as an ornamental. Its 
rich, rather glossy foliage and symmetry of growth 
adapts it to almost any type of planting. A 
combination of beauty, pleasure and profit. 
SCHAFER WALNUT trees are worthy of plant- 
ing on the best of orchard land, on the grounds of 
the finest home or country estate. A few of them 
will pay a lot of taxes, more of them will become 
a business and all of them will be a source of much 
pride and satisfaction. 
We have been very gratified at the wide interest 
shown in the SCHAFER WALNUT. Our trees 
growing in most of the States and _ several 
places in Canada. 
SCHAFER WALNUT TREES (grafted) 
(plant patent #494) 
Shipped express F. O. B. Lewiston, Idaho. 
During the war years conditions were such that 
growing sufficient Schafer trees was impossible. 
We are already virtually out of all grafted stock 
for this season so are not quoting them. We have 
a good block coming on for the 1947-1948 season. 
SEEDLING SCHAFER WALNUT TREES 
Seedling Schafer Walnuts may show considerable 
variation from the original but all seem to be good, 
productive trees possessing the same hardy charac- 
teristics as the parent. In some respects it seems 
to be an advantage to have own-rooted trees. 
While we have recommended grafted trees for 
commercial planting seedling walnut orchards have 
proven very profitable. 
3 yr. trees 5-6’ $5.00 each 
larger sizes accordingly. 
SETTING WALNUTS F 
It is advisable to put a heavy stake on the south- 
west side of walnut trees when planting. This 
protects the stem from the hot sun, holds tree 
erect, and saves many accidents. Keep the ground 
surface mulched and when watering be sure water 
goes down to the depth of the roots. 
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DEAR MRE LUA TLE: 
The original Schafer Walnut tree together with a 
few seedlings from the tree are the only English 
Walnuts that survived the winter freezes in the Ya- 
kima Valley. It is located in a “frost pocket” but 
has never failed to produce a good crop. The tree 
make a rapid growth and the quality of the nut is 
excellent; it has a high percentage of meat inside a 
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thin shell. 
Yours truly, : ea 
A. T. POLENSKE ) 
NOTE: Mr. Polenske owns and operates an 
orchard near the original Schafer tree. He is a 
trained and experienced horticulturist. 
STRAWBERRIES WITHOUT RUNNERS 
Rockhill Everbearing 
Bears first year. Attractive plants 
growing in a low mound with lots of luscious 
berries. Priced on back page. 
New. 

DWARF PEAR AND APPLE TREES— 
Grow full sized fruit on small trees. Bear 
very young. Fine for the back yard. 
Two and three year old trees in a few choice 
varieties, $3.00 each, 


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EVERBEARING RASPBERRY \ 
Indian Summer 
Bears a heavy crop very early in season. 
Bears again in the fall over a long period. 
This berry is fine flavored, large size and 
moderately firm. Recommended for both 
home and commercial planting. 
IDARED APPLE 
A Gorgeous Apple 
Quality of Jonathan. Size of Rome. 
Keeps like a Winesap. (See description). 

MULTIPLE-VARIETY FRUIT TREES 
For Your Back Yard 
Different kinds of apple or different kinds 
of cherries on one tree. 4 varieties, $4.00, 
5 varieties, $5.00. 

PLANT WALNUTS FOR FUTURE SECURITY 
EAT THEM FOR HEALTH 
AE ESS SE TE NS TEE ES I ES NS 
In our quest for better varieties we have examined 
many seedlings and bud sports and are testing the 
ones that show genuine promise. Whether in fruits 
or men, “there is always room at the top.” If you 
have something outstanding write us about it. 
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