chestnut
Propagating
Planting
Harvest
Harvest
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
1ST YEAR
FOLLOWING YEARS
Light requirement
Semi-shaded
Water requirement
Moist
Soil
Medium (loamy)
Plant distance
20 cm
Row spacing
30 cm
Seeding depth
1 cm
An old wild and useful plant with fine, dill-like leaves and small white flowers. Underground, it forms small tubers that are reminiscent of chestnuts in taste.
Prefers sunny to semi-shady locations. -Soil should be loose so that the tubers can develop well. -Germination can be slow - patience required. -Ideal for natural gardens or historic vegetable gardens.
No antagonistic plants
No diseases
Land snails
Aphids