Description
American Chestnut Trees (Castanea dentata) are fast-growing, long-lived native hardwoods that were once known as the “giants of the eastern forest”. The nuts they produce are sweet and edible, loved by both humans and animals. The American Chestnut tree has a broad, graceful canopy that turns a beautiful golden color in the fall. They are a wonderful choice for food plots, restoration plantings and homesteads.
Scientific Name: Castanea dentata
Zone: 4-8 Click here to find your growing zone.
Mature Height: 60-100 ft
Mature Width: 40-60 ft
Growth Rate: Rapid
Soil: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil. Can tolerate sand but not wet or poorly drained soils.
Drought Tolerance: Moderate – once established, can handle better than most hardwood trees.
Flood Tolerance: Poor
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Fall Color: Golden Yellow
Wildlife Value: Wonderful food value. Preferred by black bear, turkey, squirrel, deer and many other animals. The blooms support pollinators.
