transplant horse chestnut tree

The rule of thumb is at least 10 inches of roots per 1 inch of tree trunk diameter. Dig with a shovel around the horse chestnut tree trunk, loosening up the soil and looking for roots as you go. Use larger equipment such as a backhoe if you're trying to remove a very large horse chestnut tree.

Do chestnut trees have deep roots?

Chestnut tree roots do not like heavy/clay soils. The more clay in the soil the less likely the chestnut tree will survive year after year. The soil also has to be deep. ... The roots have to have active contact with the soil and only water can provide the contact sufficient enough to transfer nutrients.

How far do the roots of a horse chestnut tree spread?

Table below shows the Minimum Distance from property and Maximum root spread recorded

Beech	Fagus	Min – 9.0 metres
Ash	Fraxinus	Min – 10.0 metres
Horse Chestnut	Aesculus	Min – 10.0 metres
Elm	Ulmus	Min – 12.0 metres
Maple & Sycamore	Acer	Min – 12.0 metres

How long does it take for a horse chestnut tree to mature?

Unlike some tree species, germination rates for these seeds tend to be rather good. One the roots begin to sprout from the conker, you can pot it up in a container filled with a mix of soil-based compost. They will be ready to plant into their final growing position in around a year, when they are a foot or so tall.

Where do chestnut trees grow best?

Check soil conditions. The ideal spot for a chestnut tree is in a sunny location with well-draining loamy soil with a pH between 5 – 6.5.

How do you propagate chestnut trees?

Direct seeding is the easiest way to do chestnut tree propagation. Up to 90% of the seeds germinate. Use healthy nuts from a mature tree over 10 years old and plant them in the spring in a sunny site with well-draining soil. However, this is not the only way to grow new chestnuts.

Are chestnut tree roots invasive?

They can be a problem in the city because horse-chestnut roots are so invasive they break and uproot pavement, and the trees grow 60 feet high and 40 feet wide.

How long does it take for a chestnut tree to bear fruit?

Chestnuts will begin to bear in 3-5 years after planting and most fruit trees and berries will produce fruit within 1-2 years after planting. You should not allow a tree to overbear when it is young, so remove some fruit if the crop appears too heavy, or it will stunt the growth of the tree.

How much sun does a chestnut tree need?

Your tree would love a sunny place with well-drained, fertile soil. But it will be quite satisfied with six to eight hours of sunlight. Good drainage is required to keep your trees “happy.” If your soil has high clay content, use our Coco-Fiber Potting Medium or add one-third peat to the soil at planting time.

How close can a tree be to your house?

How far away should trees be from your house? Trees should be planted anywhere from 10 to 20 feet (3 to 6 meters) away from your house.

Can you keep a horse chestnut tree small?

You do need a lot of space to grow your own conkers: a mature horse chestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a magnificent tree, with a height and spread of around 25m, so not one for a small garden (or even a medium-sized one).

How far do tree roots spread?

It is uncommon for trees to have roots deeper than about 2m, though exceptionally some small (a few mm in diameter) roots can extend to 5m or more. Most roots are found close to the soil surface, with 90% or more of all roots located in the upper 60cm.

Do squirrels eat horse chestnut?

Horse chestnut trees bud in the winter and are covered in a sticky residue. ... At this time squirrels will eat the ripe conkers but also bury others that may turn into future horse chestnut trees if buried before they dry out.

What are horse chestnuts good for?

Likely Effective for

Poor circulation that can cause the legs to swell (chronic venous insufficiency or CVI). Taking 300 mg of standardized horse chestnut seed extract can reduce some symptoms of poor blood circulation, such as varicose veins, pain, tiredness, swelling in the legs, itching, and water retention.

What eats horse chestnuts?

Conker conundrum

Despite all the fun to be had with the seeds of a horse chestnut tree, they do have a more serious side. Conkers can be mildly poisonous to many animals, causing sickness if eaten, although some animals can safely consume them, most notably deer and wild boar.

Do chestnut trees need full sun?

For nut production, chestnuts need full sun.

What is the best fertilizer for chestnut trees?

We recommend using Scotts Osmocote for younger trees Indoor/Outdoor (19-6-12) recommend amount per directions or Espoma Holly Tone Organic Fertilizer. Spread the fertilizer evenly under the entire canopy of the tree avoiding a 5-inch area around the trunk. Mix in top 1-3 " of soil, then water in.

Can you eat chestnuts from a chestnut tree?

Chestnuts are part of a group consisting of about nine species of trees and shrubs in the Fagaceae family. Although the shell is very difficult to remove, chestnuts are edible. However, it is rare to eat them raw and can even be dangerous for certain people.

How much water does a chestnut tree need?

Water thoroughly for at least the first month after planting. For best success, water with about 1 gallon per tree every week.

Are chestnut trees male and female?

Flowering American chestnut trees will either have only male flowers (catkins) or both male and female flowers (small burrs). Female flowers usually have male flowers on the same branch. ... A chestnut tree rarely self-pollinates. Therefore at least two chestnut trees need to be near each other for viable nut production.

Why are my chestnuts so small?

That is an American Chestnut, small shriveled nuts indicate several things; 1) not enough water got to the roots during the growing of the nuts and 2) there was not sufficient pollinator activity.