Chinese Chestnut Tree

Chinese Chestnut is a deciduous tree known for its broad, toothed leaves and the production of spiky, burr-like husks. One of its primary benefits in landscaping is its ornamental value. The Chinese Chestnut Tree is an exciting addition to any landscape. They are stunning and can grow to a size of 65 feet tall. This plant typically has a compact trunk with a broad, lush crown of leaves. They tend to be wider than tall and boast several sturdy branches supporting the canopy. Often, the leaves are so tightly clustered that they'll cover branches and provide plenty of shade.

Chinese Chestnut Tree Adds Visual Appeal to Your Property

They are ideal for homeowners who want to make a statement. Their classic shape lets them stand out nicely on a lawn or among flower beds. They work well as a standalone landscaping accent, but they're also versatile enough to look attractive among other plants. Some people also like to plant multiple ones together to create a graceful grove of leafy trees.

The Chinese Chestnut Tree Has Gorgeous Leaves and Bark

Due to their stunning appearance, they are easy to identify. The bark of this plant is pale grayish-brown with parallel grooves. The lighter color of the trunk is offset by deep green leaves. The leaves are elongated and oval, with a pointed tip and a frilled edge. They are glossy green along the top and slightly paler green along the underside. They hang in defined clusters along the branches and ripple easily in the breeze.

The Exciting Flowers and Seed Pods Of The Chinese Chestnut Tree

Chinese Chestnut Trees undergo seasonal changes, making them an even more appealing part of your landscape. In the summer, they bloom with long, feathery, white flowers. These flowers look like graceful tassels and appear at the tip of each branch. Once the flowers are fertilized, they turn into lime-green seed pods. The seeds of this plant are covered in a spiky-looking coating and grow in tight clumps on it. During fall, this plant looks like it's covered in bright pom poms as its seeds grow.

This Is How Your Plants Will Look upon Delivery

Bloom Season

Spring

Bloom/Foliage Color

Yellow

Height at Maturity

Over 25 Feet