Long-lived large deciduous tree producing edible nuts in spiny husks. Valued for both timber and food across southern Europe.
Hardiness ratings
| System | Rating | Temperature range | How to read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| USDA hardiness zone | Zone 5–9 | −28.9 °C to −1.1 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| RHS hardiness rating | H7 | down to −20 °C | Plant needs at least this level of cold tolerance |
| Canadian plant hardiness zone | Zone 5–9 | −23 °C and warmer | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
| Australian (ANBG) zone | Zone 1–5 | −15 °C to 10 °C | Plant tolerates down to this zone |
Growing notes
- Susceptible to chestnut blight (Cryphonectria parasitica) where the disease is present, especially in North America
- Needs another cultivar for cross-pollination; nut-bearing begins around 15–20 years
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