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HomePlant EncyclopediaClaiborne Chestnut

Claiborne Chestnut

Castanea claibornensis

Fagaceae
Tree
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Castanea claibornensis, known as Claiborne Chestnut, is a deciduous fruit tree that thrives in full sun and requires medium water. It grows to a height of 15-25 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 5-8. The tree blooms with white flowers in June and July and prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils. It is not fragrant but attracts pollinators and is non-toxic. It is not an evergreen.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Clay

Height

15–30 m

Spread

10–20 m

Zones

5–8

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