| Family of Chestnut Trees | ||
|---|---|---|
| Species | Size | Basic Requirements |
| American Chestnut (Castenea dendata) | Mature height 50 to 75' with a spread of the same | Zones 5A through 7; full sun or part shade; moist acidic soils |
| Chinese Chestnuts (Castenea mollissima) | Mature height 40 to 50' with similar spread | Zones 4 through 8; full sun or part shade; moist acidic soils |
| Japanese Chestnut (Castenea crenata) | Usually under 30 feet | Zone 4 through 9; full sun or part shade; moist acidic soils |
