Castanea seguinii

Also Known As

Chinese Chinquapin
Sequin Chestnut

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 20'
W: 15'

planting zones

6a-9b

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Castanea seguinii plant details

Castanea seguinii is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring chartreuse and cream flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Castanea seguinii

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: fagaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 15 FT wide, 20 FT tall
Flowers: chartreuse and cream blooms in spring
Uses: disease-resistant, edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Castanea seguinii

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Sequin Chestnut likes sandy, loamy, and clay soils! It does like it well drained and isn't picky if the soil isn't very rich in nutrients. Can grow in very acid to neural soils. Give it plenty of sun and enjoy some delicious chestnuts! As early as 1870 it was described as a early and heavy bearing tree. The nuts used not unlike other starches like potato and cereals. Can grow in a seed bed for 1-2 years before setting into a final location. This chestnut hybridizes easily with other varieties if you want to experiment. This variety is disease/blight resistant.