Type
blight-resistant hybrid, needs pollinizer
Chestnut variety
Eaton Chestnut
A chestnut hybrid selected for large, attractive nuts and resistance to chestnut blight. It needs a different compatible chestnut nearby to set a full crop.
Season
mid fall
Best for
large-nut home orchards
About Eaton
Eaton is an American chestnut selection, valued chiefly for its American-chestnut character and vigor rather than for the large nuts typical of modern hybrids. American chestnut is highly susceptible to chestnut blight.
Growing Eaton Chestnut
Do not rely on Eaton alone for a crop, and pair it with a compatible chestnut for pollination. In blight-prone regions, monitor carefully for cankers and choose a well-drained site with good air movement.
Full growing guide
For planting, care, pollination, and harvest that apply to all chestnut, see the complete guide.
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Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; chill hours, hardiness, and pollination vary, so confirm suitability for your zone. Availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.