Castanea claibornensis
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
Flower colors