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Tree	Castanea sativa 'Emerald Gem' Emerald Gem Chestnut
Description	This is a beautiful, spreading, deciduous Chestnut tree that produces prolific fruit which tends to influence nut size. Fruit is medium-sized encased in a burr. Nuts are a distinctive orange-brown in colour. Requires 2 compatible trees to pollinate. Its form has a weeping habit. Foliage is deep green turning in autumn. Medium-sized fruit is encased in burr-cover.
Foliage	Deciduous
Form	Round
Mature Size	10-12m x 10m
Uses	An edible fruiting variety that produces brown nuts used for roasting and cooking after 2-3 years. Matures in April.
Position & Soil	Chestnut 'Emerald Gem' grows best in humus-rich soil which is well-draining. Prefers a sunny position.
Features	Medium Deciduous Round Avenue Feature Flower Feature Foliage Fruiting & Edible Shade Tree Specimen
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