Up for sale One Chinese Chestnut (Castanea mollissima) 1 year old plant , 12-14 inches tall, sent with roots wrapped *Plants will be shipped dormant during the winter months (October-April). Plant will be shipped with roots wrapped in wet media during its dormancy. After it break it's dormancy April to November - it will be shipped in pot with soil. Plant is 1-2 year old. Plant will be trimmed to the size of the shipping box 22 inches if it outgrows it. Details This plant is restricted for shipment to CA, WA, OR, UT, AK, HI, or Canada. Latin: Castanea mollissima Zones: 4-8 Other common names: Chinese Chestnut Mature Height/spread: 40-60 ft/40-60 ft. In ideal conditions, slow to medium growth rate of 12" to 24" per year. Soil / Climate: Chinese Chestnuts prefer moderately acid, sandy loam soil. Very drought tolerant. Enjoys full sun. Notes: The Chinese Chestnut tree is highly blight resistant. Should be planted in pairs or groups for pollination. Nuts usually begin growing by the fourth or fifth year and ripen mid to late September through October. The prickly seed is close to 3 1/2" round and encapsulates anywhere between one and four edible nuts. The Chinese Chestnut tree nuts are large and sweet, though not as sweet as an American Chestnut. The leaves are dark green with a toothed margin and 3-5" long. In fall the leaves turn yellow/copper. Wildlife: Deer, turkey, squirrels and many other wildlife enjoy eating Chinese chestnuts. PayPal payment must be received within 3 days after the auction ends, then I ship the item. Feel free to ask me any questions about this item. I am always glad to help you. Shipping Plants will be shipped, in the box with tracking number within USA. Plant will be shipped soil less with roots wrapped in wet media during it's dormancy. After it break it's dormancy March-April - it will be potted in soil and will be shipped in small plastic container with soil. I prefer to ship beginning of the week,but during spring time almost every day. Should you have any questions don't hesitate to ask me at any time.