PatternBaseEuropean Chestnut
Castanea sativa, Fagaceae
Zones
5–7
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate
Guild Roles
Shade ProviderProducer
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (optimal)
Water
ModerateModerate
Soil pH
5.5 – 6.5
Tolerances
Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.
Companion Plants
GoldensealHydrastis canadensis
Shade Provision
Turkish HazelCorylus colurnaPollinator SharingBeneficial Insect Habitat
Bartlett PearPyrus communis BartlettPollinator SharingWind ProtectionBeneficial Insect Habitat
American HazelnutCorylus americanaPollinator SharingBeneficial Insect HabitatWind Protection
Antagonistic Plants
Uses
Functions
TimberFood
Edible Parts
Seeds
Common Questions
What zones does European Chestnut grow in?
European Chestnut grows in USDA hardiness zones 5 through 7.
What are good companion plants for European Chestnut?
Good companions for European Chestnut include Goldenseal, Turkish Hazel, Bartlett Pear, American Hazelnut.
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