Castanea dentata - Not Recommended
American Chestnut
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
15 - 23m
Width:
15 - 23m
Growth Rate:
Fast
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Native to Ontario:
Yes
Native to North America:
Yes
Insects and Diseases
The introduced fungal disease, Chestnut blight (Cryphonectria parasitica), has devastated this species.
Management Notes
Not recommended for planting due to the continued susceptibility and lack of effective treatments against Chestnut blight.