A large stately tree which produces edible nuts in autumn. Shining green toothed leaves, pale yellow cord-like catkins in July. Fast growing. Columnar at first then broadens out in later life Needs hot summers to ripen fruits.
Common NameSweet Chestnut
Approx Height (10 yrs.)180 cm+ (72"+)
AspectSun Semi Shade
HardinessHardy
Evergreen/DeciduousDeciduous
Edible Leaves, Seed or BerriesEdible Seed and Berries
Plant TypeTrees
