Height to 30m\Four main species in NZ
Caslanea sativa – Sweet Chestnut
C. crenata
C dentata
C mollissima
Nutritionally valuable – complex carbohydrates, hight protein, Vitamin C, Low Fat, gluten free, no oil.
Store well kept in clean, dry, cold
Grow well in deep loamy soils. Intollerant of Lime
Prone to phythoptera a fungal infection that may indicate poor drainage
Mulch with slow decomposing matter ie bark
Stake in strong wind areas
Roasting
Cut a slit in each nut and place in a shallow container in a hot oven for 10-15 mins. Toss occasionally. Ready to eat when open enough to easily remove flesh
