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Hybrid Chestnut tree #922985

Asked December 19, 2025, 9:57 AM EST

Are these a good fit for MSP, non invasive and ok for this zone?

Ramsey County Minnesota

Expert Response

Hybrid chestnut trees do well in Minnesota and are not considered invasive. Below is a link for information about this tree.

https://trees.umn.edu/american-chestnut-castanea-dentata#:~:text=The%20American%20Chestnut%20Foundation%20has,The%20American%20Chestnut%20Foundation's%20website.

Amy J. Extension Master Gardener - HC Replied December 20, 2025, 9:00 PM EST

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Hybrid Chestnut tree #922985

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