American Chestnut (Single Tree)

Description

American Chestnut: (Castanea dentata) Chestnut was once a dominant tree species in Eastern North America. Susceptible to chestnut blight. Oblong leaves 6-10 inches in length with toothed edges. In autumn, leaves turn various shades of yellow. Male flowers are yellowish-white and grow in clusters on catkins measuring 4-8 inches long. Female flowers are smaller and less showy. Both male and female flowers bloom in early summer. The fruit is a large nut covered in spiky burs, approximately 2-3 inches wide. Each husk contains 2-3 brown nuts that mature in the fall and are coveted for their edible sweetness. Best suited for parks or forested areas and historically prized for their decay-resistant wood rich in tannins. Plantings below 2,500 feet of elevation currently have the best chance of survival. To minimize frost damage, plant in elevated areas on sloping terrain, avoiding low-lying frost pockets, wet spots and soils high in limestone or heavy clay. Soil: well drained, moderately acidic, sandy loam soil.  Light: full sun. Height: 50-75 feet with a rounded crown that spreads widely with massive branches. Zones: 4-8

1-2 feet tall at pick up.

We do not offer shipping. You MUST pick up your order in Putney, VT on May 3.