Description
Walnut Husk (Juglans regia) Walnotenbolsters (NL)
Family: Juglandaceae
Dyes: Brown-beige
Direct dyeing (no need to pre-mordant)
The Walnut is native to south-eastern Europe and Asia and can be found everywhere today. This tree bears fruits (walnuts) that are contained in a husk. In the autumn, the husk splits and falls to the ground. Now the walnuts can be harvested. And you can get to work with the husks!
Facts
The walnut…
…can grow up to 30 metres tall.
… bears fruits, walnuts, which are contained in husks and are not only very tasty but also very healthy.
… keeps mosquitoes and flies away.
… will only bear fruit after many years, your patience will be tested!
This is one of the natural dye products described in the book Eco-verf by Anja Schrik.

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