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- Q.Horse Chestnut Tree - How much does a Horse Chestnut Tree grow yearly? I found one growing from under our garage. I potted it, ...
- Q.Horse Chestnut Tree - Is there any way to keep a horse chestnut tree from producing nuts? They make a mess all over my ...
- Q.Our Horse Chestnut Tree - Our Horse Chestnut tree, planted 26 years ago, has not flowered this year, hence no conkers. All other years we ...
- Q.Red Horse Chestnut Tree - I planted a 2 -3 ft red horse chestnut tree in 2010. When should I expect blooms?
- Q.Horsechestnut Tree - Our 1-1/2 foot tall horsechestnut tree, grown from seed, was accidentally cut down to approximately 1 inch. Will it grow ...
- Q.Horse Chestnut Tree - My horse chestnut tree is 25-30ft tall (not exactly sure how old.. I know at least 40 years old). Just ...
- Q.Horse Chestnut Seeds - I gathered some conkers in 1976, forty years ago. I still have them and would love for them to grow, ...
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June 27, 2016Q.Horse Chestnut Tree
How much does a Horse Chestnut Tree grow yearly? I found one growing from under our garage. I potted it, and it's doing very well. I'd like to know it's age.. and I'm eager for it to grow. :)
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 27, 2016A.Grows quickly as a young plant and slows as the tree matures.
Here is a few links.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/horse-chestnut/how-to-grow-a-horse-chestnut-tree.htm
https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu/st061Was this answer useful?00
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- Asked by
diegobonta on
September 12, 2016
80302Q.Horse Chestnut Tree
Is there any way to keep a horse chestnut tree from producing nuts? They make a mess all over my lawn.
Answered by
Alisma on
September 12, 2016
Certified ExpertA.This article will help you:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/fruit-tree-sterilization.htm
There are some sprays available to prevent ornamental trees from fruiting as well. However, what exactly is available varies by state, and results may vary by tree species, so check at a local gardening store or with a local university extension agent for your options.
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Julie.webb2 on
October 5, 2016
LincolnshireQ.Our Horse Chestnut Tree
Our Horse Chestnut tree, planted 26 years ago, has not flowered this year, hence no conkers. All other years we have had plenty of conkers for the grandchildren! Could you explain and perhaps tell us what has gone wrong? Other than no flowers it looks quite healthy. Many thanks.
- Answered by
Alisma on
October 5, 2016
Certified ExpertA.There are some diseases that can affect horse chestnut, but these would have caused other noticeable effects like discolored leaves or cankers on the bark:
http://www.forestry.gov.uk/fr/bleedingcanker
https://extension.psu.edu/pests/plant-diseases/all-fact-sheets/horsechestnut-diseaseIf you didn't see these problems, there are some other possibilities, like severe drought or a late severe freeze that could have killed the flower buds.
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Debre51 on
April 15, 2017
44805Q.Red horse chestnut tree
I planted a 2 -3 ft red horse chestnut tree in 2010. When should I expect blooms?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 18, 2017A.You should been having flowering from this tree.
Review the growing conditions and the fertilizer requirements in the links below.http://msue.anr.msu.edu/news/nutrient_management_considerations_for_cultivated_chestnut_trees
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Anonymous on
June 11, 2017Q.Horsechestnut tree
Our 1-1/2 foot tall horsechestnut tree, grown from seed, was accidentally cut down to approximately 1 inch. Will it grow back ?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 12, 2017A.I'm sorry to say, I think it's over for your tree.
When these events happen in the garden, I try to remember that a loss makes for a new opportunity.
Hope it helps a little!
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Anonymous on
June 17, 2017Q.Horse chestnut tree
My horse chestnut tree is 25-30ft tall (not exactly sure how old.. I know at least 40 years old). Just this past week or two did it start dropping its conkers. Only problem is, they are "baby" conkers. Last year they were the normal size they always have been. Tree looks healthy.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
June 18, 2017A.The image does not provide much visually. It appears to be something in the crotch of the tree and some residue that is running down the bark of the tree.
This could be a canker on your tree.Premature dropping of nuts can be due to a tree's physical condition. Disease, pests and insects can effect the tree nut production
Weather and environmental stresses can cause a tree to drop it's crop, this could include drought or excessive rainfall.
Poor pollination can also be a reason, and a tree can even drop nuts if there is an excessive amount on the tree.
I would inspect the tree for any other signs of disease or pests.
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davidcorks on
July 15, 2017
Guelph, Ontario, CanadaQ.Horse chestnut seeds
I gathered some conkers in 1976, forty years ago. I still have them and would love for them to grow, is it too late?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 18, 2017A.Seed is planted when it is fresh. Dried out they are not likely viable seeds.
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