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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
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How to Grow Castanea dentata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- birds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- brown
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 20'-25'
Width: 6'-20'
- sun - mostly shade
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Plant Type
Tree, Fruit / Vegetable
Zones
4a-8b
Size
Height: 40'-60'
Width: 60'
- sun
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 25'-35'
Width: 25'-35'
- sun
- regular
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Plant Type
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Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 20'
Width: 15'
- sun
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