Scientific Name
Castanea sative

Common Name
Spanish chestnut
Hardiness Zones: 5-7
Habit: Deciduous
Growth Rate: --
Site Requirements: Sun; tolerates dry soil
Texture: --
Form: Medium
Height: 80 to 100'
Width: --
Leaf: 4.5 to 9" alternate, simple leaves
Flower/Fruit: 1.7 to 3" fruit covered with spines
Comments: Rich brown bark
Cultivars: --
 



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