Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' – Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia'

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Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' – Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia'

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A tree with a broad and rounded crown that grows irregularly. Height 15 - 20 (25) m. The shape of the leaf differs radically from that of the species. The leaf is linear to elongated, with irregular deep incisions and is sharply serrated. Sometimes it is linear to lanceolate. The narrowest leaves, generally at the top of the summer shoots, are approx. 1 cm wide. It can happen regularly that the leaves 'revert' to assume the shape of those of the species. The dark green leaves are very glossy. Young leaves carry velvety hairs on the underside. Occasionally light-green to yellow spots occur on the green leaf. The flowers and fruit are similar to those of the species. Winter hardiness zone: 6a
Good news: the vast majority of our range is immediately available from container stock. A few varieties that are only available as field-grown trees will be delivered from November 2026 onwards. We will let you know in advance per order which trees will arrive when.
Availability
Clear stem (1)
Specifications
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Height
15-20 m
Crown
round/spherical, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
brown, grey
Leaf
green
Flowers
cream white, flowers in June, July, fragrant flowers
Fruits
edible fruits, brown
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil, peaty soil, acid soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6a (-23,3 to -20,6 °C)
Wind resistance
good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), valuable for butterflies
Application
parks, cemeteries, large gardens
Shape
clearstem tree
Clear stem tree acid soil clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green white July June average growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) valuable for butterflies non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Fragrant flowers Edible fruits
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Frequently asked questions
Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia'

Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' can eventually reach a height of 15-20 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 15-20 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Castanea sativa 'Aspleniifolia' blooms in june, july.
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