Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Castanea ‘Colossal’
Rootstock: Seedling
Mature Height: 30–40 ft
Mature Width: 30–40 ft
Recommended: Spacing30–40 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Well-drained; slightly acidic
Overview
Colossal produces very large nuts with excellent flavor. Often grown for commercial and home nut production.
Pollination Requirements
Requires cross-pollination with another chestnut variety.
Recommended Pollinators: Chinese Chestnut, Nevada
Harvest Season
Fall (September–October)
Best Uses
• Roasting
• Nut production
Tips for Success
• Needs a compatible pollinator
• Harvest promptly as nuts drop