At one time the Appalachian Mountain Chain,
extending even beyond to Florida and Illinois, every fourth tree was an American
Chestnut. Unfortunally no more as a blight has eliminated the
chestnut. We are trying to bring the Chestnut back. I urge each and
every one to contact the American Chestnut Foundation and contribute/purchse
seeds/seedlings and hopefully bring back the American Chestnut.
I don't remember the exact address but using the
search type in American Chestnut Foundation and you will find the address
needed. Not available in three states.
Membership is only $40.00 per year and 20 seeds
are $50.00. These trees will probably will die if planted in the normal
growing area. However some may survive at least to produce new trees or
seeds.
I'm taking a chance and have ordered 80 Chestnut
seeds to plant in Georgia.
Give this tree a chance at
survival.
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