Chestnut Planting Tutorial

[@virgocali]

This was a great video, Dr. Hill Craddock. You need to do more of these. I really appreciate hearing about the early growth stages of the chestnut. Thanks again for your contribution.

[@bobwilliams5506]

I recently received 25 chestnuts from the American Chestnut Foundation. These are American chestnuts, not European or Chinese. I planted them according to your tutorial and I am proud to say that 22 of the 25 are now about a foot tall and leafed out. I did lose 3 of them to some kind of mold. Thank you for the fine video.

[@littletidbit]

This is a long shot but I was wondering on a follow up, did they grow and eventually die of blight?

[@phillipja2010]

Thankyou ! Your chestnut growing tutorial is absolutely the best I have seen so far.

[@nj1639]

Great tutorial. I start mine hillbilly style as I don't have greenhouses and all the fancy trappings.

[@FrederickDunn]

Thanks for the excellent demonstration, would you be willing to put a link to the fertilizer you're using? Links are very helpful.. thanks again for sharing your methods and knowledge.

[@dcsmallw]

Very informative. I'm going to try for the second time to grow chestnuts. Thank you. J. Smallwood

[@mccommas2]

Good to Know Bro! I think I did plant my Chestnuts with pointy end down as it is usual for a bulb to have roots coming out of that end and the stalk from the top. like a Tulip. They did not grow, just rotted. I planted them outside. Maybe this year I will put them in the fridge. And I did not know that about them liking acid soil.

[@jeremylee5726]

Wonderful little tidbit. definitely chucked full of information thank you so much!

[@paphaju1]

Thank you very informative. I am interested, that how can even a 8 month old tree produce fruit ? Does it due to the fertilizing ? I though a tree from seed would need 6-8 years to produce.

[@liam314]

Its just genetic variability, but its very rare for seedlings to produce fruit in their first year. You would need to plant hundreds of chestnuts to find one that fruits in the first year.

[@timtales99ts]

Thanks for the great information. I have American Chestnuts in my yard. The young trees have not made burrs yet. When can I expect to see that happen?

[@newme5337]

Thank you for awesome demonstration.

[@lionsblood321]

Cool, i got one chestnut and from a neighbor, im going to put it in a bag and see if it sprouts come spring. Thanks!

[@MrWookie21]

Another merry-go-around video! What's the best place? Being the carnie, the carousel builder or the sheep paying its ride. 😂

[@Veravanwhoop]

Awesome! Exactly what I needed to know. Thanks!

[@jackhsiehhautecouture]

Love all this informations

[@PrairieJournals]

I just had a bag of horse chestnuts given to me, I can use this same process? I'm thinking yes, but I don't want to waste these by incorrect method. Great video, thank you.🇨🇦

[@CalvinsCorner72]

Wow possibly a seedling in the first year? Awesome

[@scotthargraves576]

Dr. Craddock, what is the planting medium you use?

[@simonac688.]

Dont they respond to light ? never heard seeds respond to gravity ...? but what do i know wright 😅

[@bluemoonstuart]

I planted a Conker and it rooted fine and it also sprouted great. The sprout broke however. Does that mean the Conker is dead and won’t grow anymore?

[@amandachapman4710]

I'm actually doing my Capstone project for school on the growing of Dunstan chestnut trees. I am using different variables such as soil type, amount of sunlight , and amount of water. Any suggestions on how to transplant the seeds from the greenhouse seedling stage into an outdoor area without using the pots?

[@mccommas2]

Well one mistake I made is putting stuff out to early. It gets nice and warm and you will be tempted but wait until April or you will be sorry!

[@xX4estXx]

I too would like a suggestion on transplanting

[@paulscarpone1078]

great video I would love two chestnut trees to plant. thanks

[@bigbadra]

Does anyone know where they get those pots?

[@jimmullins4007]

where did the pots come from

[@Rblock777]

Americans always say in the refrigerator but dont mention where to put it in the freezer or in the other part

[@troypit9269]

It's almost like the "other part" is the refrigerator. The freezer isn't necessary. 2-4 degrees in the fridge and you'll be growing trees in a couple weeks or months pending on the species.

[@marylavender7701]

Thank you I got some chestnut seeds from the Welch Inn in Bay Harbor, Maine. Hoping that I can save these, and plant here in KY. The chestnut is becoming extinct, hope that we can stop this. Would like to have some of these trees planted in Orchards of Beechmont, and Iroquois Park.

[@sarcasmo57]

Wow, good video. Thanks.

[@asfour27]

amazing .. thank you :)

[@SavageInsight]

I think I found an American chestnut a couple weeks ago. It had one very healthy looking seed out of three and I'd love to germinate/take care of it. Is there still time or is it too late to look after it?

[@PrairieJournals]

Do you check your chestnuts first by floating them in water? Those that sink are plantable and those that don't have air pockets and are not viable? Thank you.🇨🇦

[@EdoardoCervoni]

Could you please expand on the soil being used and fertilizer? Is the latter function of the soil being used in the first place? Thank you.

[@donaldwalker3838]

According to the american chestnut foundation the best mix is one part peat moss,one part perlite, and one part vermiculite. I agree. I had terrible luck using organic seed starting mixes as too much moisture is present. Too much moisture ruins the chestnut seed starting process

[@jksatte]

How long can they last in a pot? I hope to start a farm soon but I am interested in starting seedlings now.

[@geofffowler3368]

How do I prune them to keep them as a house plant please ?

[@BlessedofGod]

What type of water soluble fertilizer are you using...Miracid?

[@Kathy12Ray]

About to buy Cape Chestnuts, eating up all videos on raising them

[@dictionaryzzz]

correct

[@thelister4910]

Three months in the fridge should work. Just leave them in the moss for that time in the fridge this works for other things

[@elibaba7]

really good video, chestnuts ftw

[@devouring2772]

So is there a website to buy trees from you?

[@aarongoeppner413]

What kind of fertilizer are you using, and where can ya get it?

[@simonswift1922]

Hi, how long does it take for sweet chestnut to bear burrs? In some articles they say it takes 15+ years but your video shows burrs on 8mths old seedling? Thank you

[@charlesvanwinkle6875]

Each seedling is different. I've had some that produced in the second year and other's that haven't produced any and they are 7 years old.

[@dylanross235]

Where can I get the American chestnut seeds?

[@freedok]

Check with the American Chestnut Foundation. There are also a few selling the A. Chestnuts on eBay.

[@charlesvanwinkle6875]

I believe Burnt Ridge Nursery sells them as well.

[@CHEVYCAMARO4GEN]

At What age will the plant produce?

[@mpharr2]

Ever have mold issues on American Chestnut during winter stratification? I recently heard there is a hydrogen peroxide solution just for this purpose.

[@SavageInsight]

Mold is what apparently killed off many of the American variety which came with Chinese nuts (popular with American businessmen because of the impressive size of the nut and how hardy they seemed in comparison) which are more resistant. Good luck with your other 22 - maybe its the Christmas kid in me, but I'm very fond of American Chestnut trees

[@zvika20100]

Is this tree can grow in Miami Florida?

[@dictionaryzzz]

or if you live on the west coast or canada where blight has not hit yet

[@HawgNSonsTV2]

Nice!

[@ZackBBC]

@minskys61 90 days in the freezer is a you need

[@sustainablehuman5652]

Please plant Naturally using natural compost, and no unnatural ferts. The plants will ultimately be stronger and healthier the more natural they are started. :)

[@mccommas2]

I use chemical fertilizer so sue me.

[@MrBsmurfy]

While I agree with the idea of using non petrochemical based fertilisers as they are ultimately more sustainable, have you any evidence that chemical based fertilisation results in weaker trees?

[@mccommas2]

Brian Murphy Yes that was a claim not supported by the facts.

[@permacultreisleofwight2362]

chemical fertilizers stunt the root development of trees and plants by discouraging natural roor exploration for greater resources as their needs are met, see hydroponic root systems. also chem/ferts are salt based, it is well documented the negative effects on soil life.

[@Floridanwa]

can you point to any evidence of this?

[@RobCantonJr]

sooooo many chemical fertilizers

[@donaldardell5742]

Where do you get those tall pots? They look ideal for seedlings.

[@bandmasterjf]

Could I use a 13-13-13 fertilizer

[@Voetsekhond]

Thank you very much I always appreciate people who share knowledgewith others. I hope to plant lots of chestnuts in my garden in South Africa. Hope they can adapt to the climate in Heidelberg. And bless those that plant trees. Derrick Beck

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[@TopOfTheLine3]

this video is 100 times better than the ehow one

[@mccommas2]

I got like 6 growing plants now. The biggest is about 7 inches tall already at just about 3-4 weeks.

[@kofukuebisu7568]

Oh thank you for this! I did not know you can grow the tree from the nut. I thought there needed to be a seed. I hope i can grow a tree soon.

[@billyeast6819]

so what side the flat or convex side goes down?

[@michaelw616]

WOW ! That was very informative. You answered my questions.

[@johnthompson6448]

I sell them on e-bay They are Hybrid Dunstan Chest nuts

[@todallard2177]

my seedlings grow a root and then a stem about 3inches long....then nothiong! They never leaf ---or die---just a flexible stem that doesn'r grow----please help? (both potted and in the ground)---thanks

[@ZackBBC]

@timtales99ts They probably will never produce nuts since blight will most likely kill them before this can happen. Unless of coarse you have a blight resistant strain of American chestnut.

[@huntingkc1]

If I want Chestnut trees for the wildlife on my property and to reintroduce native plants on my farm, what is the best choice? Buy nuts, saplings, hybrids, ect? I would like around 10 plants

[@christianmuscat2049]

I used your method and allmost all of the seeds were a success Ionly dont now how long to keep them in pots and when is the best time to plant them in the graund?thank you for tour tutorial .Bythe way I'm from Malta in Europ

[@donaldludlow5731]

This was an interesting demonstration. I am trying to do this with my chestnuts. I picked them up under the tree as soon as soon as the shell fell away. Mine is from a dwarf Ruby Red Horse chestnuts..

[@suepark2938]

Thanks for video but I also need how to germinate seed. I wish you can show step by step process how to germinate the chestnut seed using peat moss in a plastic bag.

[@fazlikrasniqi6658]

Its very useful but I have to ask you something abot chestnuts I want to plant but can I have some of your chestnuts variotyAnd do I have to graft them if not please send me some of them I can pay thank you

[@flowergrowersmith449]

What are the odds of getting decent chestnuts from a seedling? Like any fruit - a bit hit and miss or are chestnuts more reliable?? Great video - thanks!

[@dictionaryzzz]

it takes around 7 years for an american chestnut to make chestnuts

[@sospita_]

Does it need the cold germination if it's from the tree in my yard in the tropics? Some of the seeds already have shoots.

[@drugrocker]

very informative and helpful. one of the better by far growing-tips-clips..

[@cigster]

nice video, but don't they need to be grafted?

[@steveallos6634]

Hi can I buy some tree from you

[@Lavindil23]

Very instructable, thanks.

[@ethanrichamond2609]

thanks i helps