Castanea mollissima
Seedling size: 18”-24”
Wildlife Attracted: turkey and deer
Typical uses: nut producing tree (1-1.5” average nut diameter)
Soil Type Preference: well-drained, acidic, loam
Sun Requirements:
Mature Height: 40-60’
Mature Width: 40’-60’
A deciduous tree, this chestnut was introduced into North America due to its blight resistance. They sprout fragrant spring blooms. Leaves are oblong and toothed, stretching about 5-8” long. Yellow leaves in the fall. Nuts mature from September to October. The tree can self-pollinate but produces a better crop when multiple chestnut trees are nearby. The scientific name mollissima comes from the soft texture of its young shoots and leaves.
Castanea mollissima
Seedling size: 18”-24”
Wildlife Attracted: turkey and deer
Typical uses: nut producing tree (1-1.5” average nut diameter)
Soil Type Preference: well-drained, acidic, loam
Sun Requirements:
Mature Height: 40-60’
Mature Width: 40’-60’
A deciduous tree, this chestnut was introduced into North America due to its blight resistance. They sprout fragrant spring blooms. Leaves are oblong and toothed, stretching about 5-8” long. Yellow leaves in the fall. Nuts mature from September to October. The tree can self-pollinate but produces a better crop when multiple chestnut trees are nearby. The scientific name mollissima comes from the soft texture of its young shoots and leaves.
