Bring the timeless beauty and charm of the Sweet Chestnut Tree (Castanea Sativa) into your garden or park—an iconic symbol of natural splendour and holiday traditions. Often associated with the warmth of chestnuts roasting over an open fire, this majestic tree offers a rich connection to festive celebrations, from chestnut stuffing to autumn treats. With the ability to reach impressive heights of up to 25 meters (80 feet) and a lifespan of centuries, the Sweet Chestnut is a truly enduring addition to any landscape.

In late summer and early autumn, the Sweet Chestnut’s glossy, serrated leaves create a lush, vibrant backdrop to the rich, brown chestnuts hidden within their spiky protective husks. Creamy yellow catkins appear in June and July, which bloom into clusters, eventually giving way to a bountiful harvest of large, flavourful chestnuts in the fall. As autumn progresses, the tree’s foliage transforms into a stunning golden yellow, before shedding in preparation for the winter months, bringing seasonal beauty and texture to your outdoor space year after year.

The Sweet Chestnut tree is not only a visually striking specimen but also a versatile addition to any garden or green space. Whether used as an ornamental tree for its graceful form, vibrant foliage, and long-lasting presence, or as a functional tree for harvesting chestnuts, it offers year-round interest. Its unique character and historic significance make it the perfect tree to enhance your outdoor area, providing both beauty and a connection to nature’s traditions. Add this magnificent tree to your landscape for a lasting and memorable impact.

When planting any bare root tree it is essential that for the first season it is regularly watered. Sweet Chestnut prefer moist well drained soil. Full sun exposure is critical for optimal development and fruit production. If the sweet chestnut requires pruning  to reduce or limit the height of your sweet chestnut tree, then choose a dry winter day to carry out the work.

Within 24 hours of placing your order, we will contact you to confirm an exact delivery date. Most orders are delivered within 5 working days. Your plants will be freshly lifted and packaged the day before dispatch to ensure they arrive in the best possible condition.

If you have a preferred delivery date please use the comments box and we will try our best to accommodate this (not available at weekends).

Although items can remain in their packaging for 7–10 days if kept frost-free, we recommend planting bareroot trees as soon as possible after delivery.

We use a courier service, and a signature is required on delivery unless you specify a safe place in the comments box when placing your order.

Small Orders (UK Mainland Only)

Orders of 1–15 plants in size 40/60cm can often be sent via Royal Mail for £8.00.

Please note: Your basket will initially show a delivery charge of £15.00 + VAT, but if you request Royal Mail delivery in the comments box, we will adjust the payment for you once we receive the order.

England and Wales Standard Delivery Charges

• Orders up to £75 – £15 + VAT
• £76 – £200 – £22 + VAT
• £201 – £300 – £30 + VAT
• £301 – £500 – £40 + VAT
• £501 – £1000 – £45 + VAT
• Over £1000 – £50 + VAT

Mainland Scotland Standard Delivery Charges

• Orders up to £75.99 – £20 + VAT
• £76 – £150.99 – £28.40 + VAT
• £151 – £300.99 – £38 + VAT
• £301 – £500.99 – £50 + VAT
• £501 – £1000.99 – £56 + VAT
• Over £1001 – £62 + VAT

Click and Collect

Click and collect available free of charge from: Tree Shop Ltd., Harts Barn, Monmouth Road, Longhope, GL17 0QD, UK