| Large, sweet, flavorful nut. Easy to peel. Parent tree of Whitten South Chestnut is a large spreading and productive tree. This rediscovered variety is from the Whitten homestead in Thurston County, WA, and was brought out west in a covered wagon in the 1880's.
Seedlings start producing 4-8yrs after planting. Grafted/Layered trees start producing 3-5yrs after planting.
ZONE: 5-8
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Yellowish white male and female flowers bloom in late June to mid-July. Plant more than one tree to increase yield.
Grafted/Layered trees – Plant with at least 1 other pollinator to ensure good nut production.
Seedlings - Plant with 2 or more seedlings for cross pollination. Or plant with 1 or more good pollen producing grafted varieties.
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, mildly acidic soils, and good drainage. West Coast of US tends to be free of blight.
CHILL HOURS: Medium: 300-500 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Good. Not blight resistant.
SPACING: 12'-25’ from the centers, if room permits. | 