Dunstan American Chestnut Tree Seeds – Hybrid – Cold Stratified – Blight Resistant Sweet Chestnut

Original price was: $37.99.Current price is: $18.99.

Get 5 ready-to-plant Chestnut seeds! These blight-resistant trees are perfect for attracting wildlife or enjoying the sweet nuts yourself. Shipped in peat moss and cold stratified for optimal growth. Store in the fridge until planting.

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Apr 15

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    Grow Your Own Blight-Resistant Chestnut Trees

    Plant these Dunstan American Chestnut Tree Seeds and enjoy the bounty of a blight-resistant tree. These hybrid sweet chestnut seeds have been cold stratified and are ready to plant. Enjoy the satisfaction of growing your own food source and providing sustenance for local wildlife. These seeds have been float tested and are stored in cold storage until they are shipped.

    These chestnut trees are a proven strain, known for producing beautiful trees and delicious nuts for many years. The nuts are perfect for eating and are a favorite food source for many animals.

    Benefits of Growing Chestnut Trees

    • Blight Resistance: Enjoy a healthy, thriving tree, resistant to chestnut blight.
    • Edible Nuts: Harvest your own supply of sweet, delicious chestnuts.
    • Wildlife Attraction: Provide a valuable food source for deer, squirrels, and other animals.
    • Beautiful Shade Tree: Add beauty and shade to your landscape.
    • Easy to Grow: With proper care, these seeds will grow into strong, productive trees.

    We ship these seeds in peat moss to ensure they arrive in the best condition. They are in cold stratification until shipping. Continue to store them in the fridge until you are ready to plant. We strive to ship within 3-5 days of purchase. Please leave a message for any shipping instructions or requests. Your feedback is very important to us, so please contact us with any questions or concerns.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    1. How long will it take for my chestnut tree to produce nuts? Typically, it takes 3-5 years for a chestnut tree grown from seed to begin producing nuts.
    2. What is the best time of year to plant these chestnut seeds? The best time to plant is in the spring after the last frost or in the fall before the ground freezes.
    3. Do these chestnut trees require any special care? Young trees need regular watering, especially during dry periods. Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
    4. How big will these chestnut trees get? These trees can grow to be 50-70 feet tall and wide.
    5. What kind of soil is best for these chestnut trees? They thrive in well-drained, slightly acidic soil.