Colossal Chestnut Tree

Name: Colossal Chestnut Tree
Brand: Stark Bro's Nurseries & Orchards Co.
Rating: 3.4 (7 reviews)

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Description

Sweet flavor and smooth texture. This hearty variety produces large nuts — 14-18 per pound! Originates from Nevada City, CA. Introduced in 1925. Hybrid chestnut. Cold-hardy. Ripens in mid to late September. Pollen sterile. For proper pollination, plant two or more Chestnut Seedling Pollinators or other chestnut varieties.

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Characteristics

Bloom Color	Cream, White
Fruit Color	Brown
Fruit Size	Large
Ripens/Harvest	Mid-late September
Shade/Sun	Full Sun
Soil Composition	Loamy

Soil Moisture	Well Drained
Soil pH Level	5.5 - 6.5
Taste	Mild, Sweet
Texture	Smooth
Years to Bear	3 - 5
Zone Range	4 - 8

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 4 - 8

My Hardiness Zone ?

The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

Auburn Homestead Chestnut (4) $64.99

Sleeping Giant Chestnut (2) $64.99

Photo of Chestnut Seedling Pollinator Tree

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Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.