Genuine Chestnut Tree in Various Sizes 70-180 cm (Castanea sativa)
Estimated delivery to you: 01 October to 08 October.
True Chestnut:
- Height: 40-50 cm
- Height: 110-150 cm
- Height: 150-180 cm [PICKUP ONLY]
The True Chestnut is self-pollinating - only one tree is needed for fruiting.
Common names: True Chestnut, Edible Chestnut, Food Chestnut
Scientific name: Castanea sativa
Family: Fagaceae
Growth history & use:
The True Chestnut has been part of Europe’s history for several thousand years. From Roman times, it began to spread to the northern parts of Europe - often cultivated by monks in monastery gardens.
It is the chestnut-brown shiny nuts that are eaten. The nuts are nutritious and have historically even competed with today’s most common grains. Back then, a flour ground from the chestnuts was used extensively - possibly thanks to the nuts’ rich starch content, something unusual among nuts.
A more modern widespread way to enjoy the nuts is to roast them together with butter and salt, common both around the Mediterranean region and in England (with or without butter). Roasted nuts have a taste reminiscent of sweet potato.
The tree has a beautiful and majestic growth form similar to the oak. However, the true chestnut grows faster than the oak.
In its natural environment, down in southern Europe, the trees can live for over 2000 years.
Cultivation:
Thrives best in a warm and sheltered spot in full sun. Let it grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil. Feel free to mix in grass clippings, compost, or stable manure in the topsoil.
Prefers slightly acidic soil - optimal pH value is between 4.5-6.
Does not do well in particularly wet soils.
Water generously during the first years of establishment.
The tree usually bears fruit after 3-5 years. The nuts are typically ready to harvest around September-October.
Characteristics:
Longevity: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 20-35 m
Hardiness zone: 1-2
Harvest maturity: 3-5 years
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Genuine Chestnut Tree in Various Sizes 70-180 cm (Castanea sativa)
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True Chestnut:
- Height: 40-50 cm
- Height: 110-150 cm
- Height: 150-180 cm [PICKUP ONLY]
The True Chestnut is self-pollinating - only one tree is needed for fruiting.
Common names: True Chestnut, Edible Chestnut, Food Chestnut
Scientific name: Castanea sativa
Family: Fagaceae
Growth history & use:
The True Chestnut has been part of Europe’s history for several thousand years. From Roman times, it began to spread to the northern parts of Europe - often cultivated by monks in monastery gardens.
It is the chestnut-brown shiny nuts that are eaten. The nuts are nutritious and have historically even competed with today’s most common grains. Back then, a flour ground from the chestnuts was used extensively - possibly thanks to the nuts’ rich starch content, something unusual among nuts.
A more modern widespread way to enjoy the nuts is to roast them together with butter and salt, common both around the Mediterranean region and in England (with or without butter). Roasted nuts have a taste reminiscent of sweet potato.
The tree has a beautiful and majestic growth form similar to the oak. However, the true chestnut grows faster than the oak.
In its natural environment, down in southern Europe, the trees can live for over 2000 years.
Cultivation:
Thrives best in a warm and sheltered spot in full sun. Let it grow in well-drained, humus-rich soil. Feel free to mix in grass clippings, compost, or stable manure in the topsoil.
Prefers slightly acidic soil - optimal pH value is between 4.5-6.
Does not do well in particularly wet soils.
Water generously during the first years of establishment.
The tree usually bears fruit after 3-5 years. The nuts are typically ready to harvest around September-October.
Characteristics:
Longevity: Perennial
Growing position: sun
Height: 20-35 m
Hardiness zone: 1-2
Harvest maturity: 3-5 years
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