🌰 September Drop American Hybrid Chestnut
Zones: 4–8 | Height: 40–60 ft | Spread: 30–40 ft | Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full sun | Soil: Well-drained, adaptable to sandy or loamy soils
Nut Drop Time: Mid September to Early October
🏞️ Product Description: [(C. dentata x C. mollisima) x C. dentata x C. mollissima)]
The September Drop American Hybrid Chestnut is a blight-resistant hybrid combining the classic American Chestnut and the hardy Chinese Chestnut. This tree produces sweet, high-protein nuts that are a top-tier food source for whitetails, turkeys, and other wildlife.
With a nut drop window from mid-September to early October, it provides early fall nutrition that perfectly complements hunting food plots and wildlife habitat. Its drought tolerance and fast growth make it a reliable performer in a variety of climates.
🦌 Early Season Powerhouse for Wildlife:
Offering abundant, sweet chestnuts early in the season, this hybrid supports game species as they shift into fall feeding patterns. The nutritious nuts help boost wildlife health while the tree’s robust growth strengthens your property’s natural resources.
🌳 Why Grow September Drop American Hybrid Chestnut?
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Blight-resistant hybrid for long-term health and productivity
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Sweet, protein-rich nuts highly favored by deer and turkeys
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Early nut drop from mid-September to early October
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Fast-growing and drought tolerant across many soil types
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Ideal for food plots, hunting land, and wildlife habitat enhancement
🛠️ Planting Tips:
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Plant in full sun for best nut production and tree vigor
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Space trees 25–35 ft apart in rows, clusters, or natural stands
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Protect young trees with tree tubes to prevent deer browse
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Water during dry spells the first year to ensure strong establishment
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Combine with later-drop chestnuts for extended food availability
🛡️ Upgrade with a Tree Survival Kit — Includes 1-Year Tree Guarantee:
Add our Tree Survival Kit to your order to protect and nourish your chestnut. The kit includes a protective tube, weed mat, and slow-release fertilizer pack, along with a 1-year replacement guarantee for peace of mind.
🌿 Summary:
The September Drop American Hybrid Chestnut is an early producer of sweet, nutritious nuts that sustain wildlife and support hunting success. Blight resistant and drought tolerant, it’s a smart addition to any food plot or wildlife habitat.
Early drop. Sweet nuts. Strong roots.
