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American Chestnut Tree 20/40cm (P9T)

Castanea dentata

£14.55

The American Chestnut is a majestic tree that brings a touch of North American forest heritage to UK gardens. Known for its straight trunk, broad canopy, and edible nuts, it’s a stunning addition to large gardens. With fragrant summer flowers and warm autumn colours, it offers year-round interest.

Critically Endangered in the wild.

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  • ✓ Majestic tree with straight trunk and broad canopy, ideal for large UK gardens
  • ✓ Produces edible chestnuts, smaller and sweeter than European varieties
  • ✓ Fragrant creamy-white flowers in early summer, followed by warm yellow autumn foliage
  • ✓ Critically Endangered in the wild. Help preserve this critically endangered tree.
  • ✓ Quality UK grown stock from Yarrow Gardens - DEFRA Registered Supplier

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£14.55
1 item
£13.53
2 - 4 items
£13.10
5 - 9 items
£12.37
10 - 24 items
£11.64
25+ items

Feel free to call 01257 752247 or email us if you would prefer to order on the phone or have any questions. Trade / wholesale enquiries are welcome.

The American Chestnut, known scientifically as Castanea dentata, is a remarkable tree with a rich history. Once a dominant species in North American forests, it’s now rare in its native range due to blight. However, it can still thrive in UK gardens, offering a piece of botanical history and a stunning addition to your outdoor space.

American Chestnuts are large, impressive trees known for their straight trunks and broad, rounded canopies. They have long, serrated leaves that turn a warm yellow in autumn, adding a lovely splash of colour to your garden. In early summer, the trees produce long catkins of small, creamy-white flowers that can fill the air with a sweet fragrance.

One of the most appealing aspects of the American Chestnut is its fruit. The trees produce spiky burrs that split open to reveal edible nuts. These chestnuts are smaller and sweeter than their European cousins, making them a delicious treat for both humans and wildlife.

Growing an American Chestnut in your UK garden is like nurturing a piece of living history. These trees can grow quite large, so they’re best suited to gardens with ample space. They make excellent shade trees and can become a focal point in any landscape.

American Chestnuts are relatively fast-growing, so you can enjoy watching your tree develop over the years. They’re also known for their strong, rot-resistant wood, which adds to their overall durability and longevity in the garden.

American Chestnuts prefer full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil. They’re adaptable to various soil types but don’t do well in heavy clay. Plant in a sheltered spot to protect from strong winds. Water regularly during the first growing season to establish a deep root system. Once established, they’re quite drought-tolerant. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Prune in late winter to remove dead or crossing branches and maintain shape. Feed with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser in spring. Be aware that American Chestnuts can be susceptible to blight, so monitor for any signs of disease and consult a tree specialist if concerns arise.

These are this year’s saplings we have grown ourselves at our tree nursery in Euxton, Lancashire.

Approx 20 – 40cm tall.

Season of Interest

Spring, Summer, Autumn

Sunlight

Full Shade, Full Sun, Partial Shade, Partial Sun


Pot Size

9cm (Tall)

Foliage

Deciduous

Foliage Colour

Green

Hardiness

-20°C to -15°C (H6)

When Mature

Safety

Pollen Allergies

Watering

Moderate

Preferred Soil Type

Any well drained soil

Preferred Soil pH

Acidic


Edible Plant
Edible

Rare / Hard to Find

Our unique tall 9cm pots is a smart strategy for cultivating trees with strong and deep root systems. This practice can lead to healthier and more resilient trees that are better prepared for transplantation and long-term growth in your UK garden.

Promoting Deep Root Development with Tall 9cm Pots:

1. Enhanced Root Growth: Using tall pots, such as 9cm pots, encourages trees to develop a deeper and more extensive root system. The added height of the pot allows the tree’s roots to grow downward, seeking nutrients and water in the lower soil layers.

2. Reduced Root Circling: Traditional, shallower pots can sometimes lead to root circling, where the roots grow in a circular pattern around the pot’s base. This can restrict the tree’s ability to access essential resources. Tall pots mitigate this issue, as roots are less likely to encounter physical barriers that encourage circling.

3. Improved Stability: The additional depth provided by tall pots offers improved stability for young trees. It allows for better anchoring and support, which is particularly important during periods of strong winds or inclement weather.

4. Better Soil Temperature Regulation: Tall pots offer improved insulation for the root system. This can help maintain more stable soil temperatures, protecting the roots from extreme heat or cold. This is crucial for healthy root development, especially in the unpredictable UK climate.

5. Reduced Transplant Shock: When it’s time to transplant a tree from a tall pot into the ground, the deeper root system developed in the tall pot can reduce transplant shock. The tree is better equipped to establish itself in its new environment.

6. Versatility: Tall pots are versatile and can accommodate a wide range of tree species. They are particularly useful for growing trees that have a taproot, which naturally grows deeper.

Delivery
Yarrow Gardens aim to have your order with you in fastest time possible and safest method of transport. Dependent on the parcel size and geographical destination in mind with will select the most suitable courier.

You are welcome to collect any times from our nursery in Euxton, Lancashire. Please contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.

With regret, we can no longer send items out to Northern Ireland. All live plants need a phytosanitary checks and DAERA must be notified. This process is simply too expensive at the moment.

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Returns
In the rare instance that your item has been damaged during delivery or incorrectly shipped by us, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss the return and replacement of your item.

Once you have contacted us and we have confirmation that your parcel is on its way back to us we will be happy to issue a refund for the return postage.

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Delivery charges will be based on the highest applicable rate from our rate table, determined by the items in your order.
Alternatively, we offer the option to collect your items in person by prior arrangement.
These prices are based on delivery to UK Mainland. Delivery to Highlands & Islands will be more.
Delivery Class Delivery Cost
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £0.95 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Tracked £3.25 (Flat)
Royal Mail Large Letter - Royal Mail Second Class £2.10 (Flat)
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)This item
Standard Items - Standard Courier (Evri) £4.49 (Flat)This item
Medium Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £7.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Pallet Courier £90.00 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcelforce) £28.95 (Flat)
Large Items - Standard Courier (Parcel Force) £24.95 (Flat)
Pallet Courier - Pallet Courier£90.00 (Flat)

We are a small family business based in Euxton, West Lancashire. We specialise in the supply of trees, shrubs both bare root & cell grown. Much of our stock is grown directly on site from seed or cuttings. Other stock is all UK sourced where possible.

We adhere to industry leading biosecurity measures, this ensures that our nursery remains clean and disease free.

We are DEFRA registered and our nursery is regularly inspected to confirm compliance with all current plant and plant health regulations.

Our Plant Passport Registration Number is GB140010

You can view our Plant Healthy report here.

We are actively working towards the Grown in Britain certification along with the Plant Healthy certification.

Should you have any concern or question in respect of our plant health matters, please get in touch.