Castanea mollissima

Chinese Chestnut

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Deciduous nut tree native to China, grows large outdoors. Produces edible sweet chestnuts. Requires cold winter dormancy and full sun exposure for fruiting.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chinese Chestnut
Family Fagaceae
Genus Castanea
Species Mollissima
Origin China
Blooming Late spring to summer, monoecious catkins.
Leaf Color Green turning yellow/orange in autumn
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained acidic loamy soil rich in organic matter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.

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Watering

Regular watering during growing season, reduce significantly during winter dormancy to prevent root rot.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for optimal growth and nut production. Indoor light insufficient.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced slow-release fertilizer in early spring before new growth emerges.

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Pruning

Prune in late winter while dormant to shape canopy and remove dead or diseased wood.

Pest Control Aphid Blister Blight Mite Chestnut Weevil Scale Insect

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 2 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 2 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 7 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 100°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
20000 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 35
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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