Burbank Chestnut

Castanea burbankii

Fagaceae
Tree
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Castanea burbankii, known as Burbank Chestnut, is a deciduous fruit tree that thrives in full sun and requires medium water. It grows to a height of 10-20 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 6-9. The tree produces white and pink flowers in May and June and prefers loamy, sandy, or clay soils. It is not fragrant but attracts pollinators and is non-toxic. It is not an evergreen.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Loamy, Sandy, Clay

Height

10–20 m

Spread

8–15 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

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