Photo of Castanea dentata flower, foliage by Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

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Castanea dentata

Also Known As

  • Chestnut

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 75'
  • W: 75'

planting zones

  • 5a-8a

Castanea dentata plant details

Castanea dentata is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts birds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Castanea dentata

Plant type: tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 75 FT - wide, 0 - 75 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Castanea dentata

USDA Zones: 5a - 8a
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The fabled chestnut of Eastern N. American until the chestnut blight virtually eliminated it from the landscape... tall, strong and stately with the best-flavored chestnuts; a fine tree where blight is not present. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Castanea dentata plant

How to Grow Castanea dentata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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