Castanea sativa (Sweet Chestnut)
Sweet Chestnut is a fast growing multi-purpose hedge with delicious nuts, broad canopy and glossy, serrated leaves. Sweet Chestnut provides a valuable source of nutrients to wildlife, while serving as an effective visual screen and sound barrier with autumn hues of gold and bronze.
- Soil type: loamy
- Sunlight: full exposure, can tolerate partial shade
- Optimal tempreature: 15-30°C, hardy to -20°C
- Growth rate: ranges from 30 to 60 cm/year
- Weather: resistant to wind, tolerant of drought
- Seasonality: deciduous, spring bloomer
- British native status: non-native
- Family of trees: Fagaceae
- Flowers or berries flowers, catkins & nuts
- Soil type: loamy
- Sunlight: full exposure, can tolerate partial shade
- Optimal temperature: 15-30°C, hardy to -20°C
- Growth rate: ranges from 30 to 60 cm/year
- Weather: resistant to wind, tolerant of drought
- Seasonality: deciduous, spring bloomer
- British native status: non-native
- Family of trees: Fagaceae
- Flowers or berries: spring flowers & catkins, autumn nuts
Benefits of undercuting
- Bushier Appearance: Trimming the roots during transplanting results in the growth and development of new branches, making the plant bushier, fuller, and visually more appealing
- Stronger Immune System: Forces growth of fibrous lateral roots, increasing the surface area for nutrient and water absorption, leading to healthier growth, improved resilience against environmental conditions, and enhanced defense against diseases
- Improved performance: Creates thicker foliage that acts as a protective barrier against strong winds, sunlight, and noise pollution. Benefiting wildlife by providing a more secure shelter with increased food availability.
