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    QUERCUS castaneifolia
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    QUERCUS castaneifolia

    Commonly known as Chestnut-leaved oak

    Shallowly toothed, glossy green leaves. Produces large acorns
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
      Acorns
    • Pests & Diseases
      May be susceptible to oak processionary moth, aphids and honey fungus
    • Place of origin
      Native to the Caucasus and Alborz mountains of Iran
    • Deciduous
    • Woodland garden
    • Serrate
    • Lanceolate
    • Height
      12 metres plus
    • Tree
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Very hardy
      Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F)
    • Autumn Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
    • Neutral to alkaline soil
    • Full sun
    • harmful if eaten
      To pets (dogs)
    • Rounded to broadly spreading
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