Castanea sativa (Sweet Chestnut) - 6/8cm
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Product Description
Common name: Sweet Chestnut
Valued for their unique foliage, often oblong to oval in shape with distinctive toothed margins.
This vigorous tree often develops small heavily scented cream flowers in summer followed by catkins in late summer/early autumn as well as edible nuts.
They make excellent specimen trees or can be planted in woodland areas. Grows best in deep, well drained, slightly acidic soil.
- Eventual Height: 65ft
- Key Features: Unique foliage, edible nuts
- Suitable for: Parkland, woodland
- Conditions: Well drained, slightly acid soil
