Castanea sativa

Sweet Chestnut

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Large deciduous tree native to Southern Europe. Produces edible chestnuts and quality timber. Requires full sun, drainage & winter dormancy. Unsuitable permanently indoors.
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Plant Details

Common Name Sweet Chestnut
Family Fagaceae
Genus Castanea
Species Sativa
Origin Southern Europe
Blooming Monoecious catkins, late spring
Leaf Color Green turning yellow/brown in autumn
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Deep, well-drained acidic to neutral loam; avoid waterlogged conditions

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Watering

Regular watering during establishment; drought tolerant once mature, reduce in winter dormancy

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for nut production and growth tolerance

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Fertilization

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

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Pruning

Prune dead branches in late summer or dormant season to maintain structure

Pest Control Aphid 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 9 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
23° – 95°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 90%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
8000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1200 – 3500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 70%
% 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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