Castanea dentata (American Chestnut)
Type: Native Tree/Shrub
Height: 50-75' tall; 50-75' spread
Sun: Full Sun
Flowers:
Water: most well-drained soils
Despite problems with blight, this tree can easily grow to 35', providing habitat and food for birds and insects. It also shoots out smaller trees that will establish even after the main tree suffers.