What is a Chinese Chestnut?

Chestnut (noun): a glossy brown nut that may be roasted and eaten.

Chinese Chestnut (noun): an Asian chestnut (Castanea mollissima) that is resistant to chestnut blight.

The Tree

The Chinese Chestnut tree produces edible nuts, for both humans and wildlife, in early to late fall.  Unlike the American Chestnut, the Chinese Chestnut tree is blight resistant.  Although the United States is among the few nations that can grow chestnuts, it doesn’t have a huge chestnut industry.  The U.S. currently produces less than 1% of the total world production, which means most of the chestnuts purchased from chain grocers and consumed in this country have been imported, and in turn, not as fresh as possible!  This raises the question, why aren’t more Americans producing their own?!

Deer

Deer choose chestnuts 100:1 over acorns!

Along with the culinary aspect of the Chestnut, they are a favored food for wildlife because of their sweet flavor.  They are high in nutrients and do not have bitter tasting tannins like acorns.  Deer will choose chestnuts 100:1 over acorns, which make them a great addition to your property.  Create the ultimate food plot by planting your own Chinese Chestnut trees today!

• Gluten Free

• Low Fat

• Low in Calories

• Great Source of Fiber

• Excellent Source of Antioxidants

• Packed with Nutrients