European chestnut
Castanea sativa
European chestnut is a hardy deciduous tree that thrives in well-draining soil with minimal care once established. Plant in full to partial sun and water regularly during the first year, then only during dry spells. This long-lived tree produces edible nuts and makes an excellent shade tree for large landscapes.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 60″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
240″
Watering Schedule
Weekly During Growing Season, Monthly In Winter • Deep Watering To Saturate Root Zone, Allow Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5.5 – 8
Temperature
-30° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 480″
Root Depth
Deep
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 13, 2022 by Werner Rom (cc-by-sa)
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