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Castanea sativa
Sweet Chestnut Tree
Common Name: Sweet ChestnutLatin Name: Castanea sativaSoil: Fertile well drained soil. Dislikes shallow chalky soil.Position: Full sunny or partial shadeHeight in 10 years: 8mFlowering period/colour: July/Yellowish-green male and female catkinsThe Sweet Chestnut is a large broad headed tree, well known and cultivated for its edible fruits. The bark on older trees is deeply ridged in a spiral pattern. Dark green, glossy leaves turn yellow in autumn. Spikes of creamy flowers in summer are followed by spiny light green husks containing the brown chestnuts.
Catalpa Purpurea
Purple Indian Bean Tree
Common Name : Purple Indian Bean Tree Latin Name Catalpa bignonioides 'Purpurea' Soil: Fertile, well-drained Position : Full sun Hardiness : Hardy Eventual height/spread : 15/15m Special features: Large bean tree with attractive purple foliage. Catalpa bignonioides 'Purpurea' is an attractive bean tree with rich dark purple foliage. This moderately growing tree has an upright and broad headed growth pattern. This tree can be slightly susceptible to strong winds and will be favorable in a sheltered position in a deep moist loam.