Description
The Chestnut Tree – Chinese (Botanical Name: Castanea Mollissima) is a deciduous flowering tree offering a potential alternative to the American chestnut, which has suffered from devastating blight. With a round top shape, this shrubby tree reaches a mature height of approximately 50 feet and a width of 40 feet, creating a substantial and visually appealing presence in outdoor spaces.
Thriving in full sun and well-draining soil, the Chinese Chestnut Tree showcases its resilience by being immune to chestnut blight, a destructive disease that has affected its American counterpart. During the late spring, this tree graces the landscape with its blooming season, adding an extra layer of beauty to its surroundings.
One of the distinctive features of the Chinese Chestnut Tree is its production of edible nuts in the fall. These nuts, suitable for roasting, serve as a delightful and flavorful treat. However, it's worth noting that the nuts can contribute to some messiness in the fall, so consideration of this aspect is advisable when planting.
To support the optimal health of the Chinese Chestnut Tree, regular watering every 7 to 10 days is recommended. With its potential to fill the niche left by the blight-affected American chestnut and its attractive features, this tree stands as a resilient and valuable addition to gardens, landscapes, or orchards, providing both aesthetic and practical benefits.
Each plant comes in a #7 (7 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Castanea Mollissima Chinese
Light: full sun
Watering: every 7 – 10 days
Soil: well draining soil
Zone: 5 – 8
Plant Shape: round top
Plant Type: deciduous flowering tree
Mature Size: height (50'), width (40')
Blooming Season: late spring
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