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Chestnut Oak Seedlings - 10 Pack

Chestnut Oak Seedlings - 10 Pack

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Chestnut Oak Seedlings

The Chestnut Oak is a long lived, ornamental tree with a sluggish to medium development rate. It can rise to a stature of 60’ with a spread of up to 50’ and a rounded crown. It should be planted in zones 4-8 in full to partial sun. However, the younger trees can be shade tolerant. Even though it is usually found in dry, rocky soil, it prefers its soil to be moist and well drained with an acidic pH. It is very tolerant of drought conditions.

The Stunning Graphic Appeal Of Chestnut Oak Seedlings

The broad leaves of the tree is dark green on the top and gray green underneath and leathery to the touch. It is smooth underneath with wavy margins. In the fall, the leaves will first turn a yellowish orange then turn to rusty brown. The thick bark is light to medium gray. Older trees have triangular ridges with deep furrows in between them. Acorns will develop in one season and mature in September to October. They are oval shaped and about 1”-1.5” long. The top half of the nut is coved with a bumpy cap. The terminal buds are light chestnut brown, large and pointed. In mid spring, hairy catkins will begin to appear on the tree. In May, small pollen bearing, yellowish green flowers will appear in the catkins. These flowers are usually unnoticeable through the young leaves. These trees can be hard to transplants due to their deep taproot.

Attract Wildlife With Chestnut Oak Seedlings

Chestnut Oak trees will attract white tailed deer, wild turkeys, song birds and cavity nesting birds. It’s durable wood can be used for construction and for fuel. The bark has a high level of tannin, which is used in tanning leather. Landscapers use this as a shade tree and along streets.ery Co

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Chestnut Oak Seedlings

These trees arrived quickly and in excellent condition. Its impressive how lovely these trees have gradually grown.

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