Chinese Chestnut

Chinese Chestnut

The Chinese Chestnut is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its high-quality, sweet, and edible nuts. Smaller and more resistant to disease than the American chestnut, it produces spiny burs containing large, flavorful nuts that are perfect for roasting or baking. The tree thrives in a variety of soils, especially well-drained, slightly acidic ones, and is highly valued for its ornamental appeal as well as its nuts. Chinese Chestnut wood is also prized for its strength and durability, making it useful for furniture and other wood products.

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Description

Castanea mollissima

The Chinese Chestnut is a fast-growing, deciduous tree known for its high-quality, sweet, and edible nuts. Smaller and more resistant to disease than the American chestnut, it produces spiny burs containing large, flavorful nuts that are perfect for roasting or baking. The tree thrives in a variety of soils, especially well-drained, slightly acidic ones, and is highly valued for its ornamental appeal as well as its nuts. Chinese Chestnut wood is also prized for its strength and durability, making it useful for furniture and other wood products.

Min. Quanity Grade/Age Size No. Per Bundle Bundle + Fifty + Hundred + 5 Hundred + 25 Hundred +
50 Seedling 1 Yr. 6″ 50 1.80 0.65 0.60
50 Seedling 1 Yr. 12″ 50 2.40 0.85 0.80
25 Seedling 2 Yr. 18″ 25 3.00 1.00 0.95
25 Seedling 2 Yr. 2′ 25 4.50 1.75 1.50
10 Seedling 2 Yr. 3′ 10 8.00 4.00 3.50
10 Seedling 2 Yr. 4′ 10 15.00 7.75 7.50
10 Seedling 2 Yr. 5′ 10 21.00 10.25 10.00

Additional information

Botanical Name

Castanea mollissima
Height

25-45'
Zone

4-8

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