Varieties We Bring In
Dunstan
We received some Chestnut on Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Last received Jul 16, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
Pet toxicity: Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Pet safety guideAbout Chestnut
Chestnuts (Castanea spp.) are large deciduous trees valued for edible nuts and ornamental form, but are rated USDA zones 4–8 and are not suited to NE Florida's zone 9b winters; they require more winter chill than the region provides.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- White
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Acidic, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended months: January, February, March, October, November, December.
Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop. Ideal planting window.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Chestnuts require full sun; however, Castanea spp. are rated USDA zones 4–8 and are not recommended for NE Florida zone 9b — they require cool winters to break dormancy and produce nuts.
Chestnuts need moderate, well-distributed moisture; they are not suited to NE Florida zone 9b's mild winters and would require zones 4–8 to thrive and produce nuts.
Chestnuts prefer deep, well-drained, acidic soils; both American (C. dentata, zones 4a–8a) and Chinese (C. mollissima, zones 5–8) chestnuts exceed their heat tolerance in zone 9b Florida and are not recommended by UF/IFAS for this region.
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Common questions
Is Chestnut a good plant for St. Augustine?
Chestnut is a tree. Mature size: 40-60 feet × 30-40 feet. Light: Full Sun. Water needs: Moderate. Recorded hardiness zone: 9a.
What is the recorded pet toxicity for Chestnut?
Toxic to dogs, cats, and horses
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.