Castanea sativa, Sweet Chestnut - Pb28

A medium sized, spreading tree with glossy green and producing edible nuts in autumn. Nuts are typically roasted or preserved. Prefers to be grown in full sun with acidic type soils that are well-drained. Useful as a feature tree that provides good shade during the Summer months. Drought tolerant once established.

Grows to approximately 14m x 8m.