Growing a Chestnut Jungle: A Mesmerizing Time Lapse Journey

Check out the hypnotic time lapse of seed to chestnut jungle. Just take a look at this amazing transition between seeds and then to magnificent greenery in one minute. Watching tiny chestnut nuts grow into large trees is magical, and I have captured all that in a beautiful timelapse video.

The Chestnut Journey

Chestnut trees that had gone from seeds, to a giant entwined mass of foliage. The seeds were cold stratified in the fridge for over 85 days to resemble the conditions of winter and get them to germinate. As soon as they cracked open, it was just a matter of waiting for them to burst into their full glory — and you can see every excruciating second in this time lapse video.

Optimal Growing Conditions for Chestnut Trees

Eager to start your very own chestnut growing expedition at home, here is what you need to know about the ideal environmental conditions that these gracious plants enjoy:

Substrate:
Chestnut Trees – Work well in areas with well-drained loamy soil. The right kind of compost mixed with sand can be the perfect substrate with enough room to provide the much-needed nutrients for the roots without water logging them.

Temperature:
Chestnuts are grown in most areas of the Mediterranean, a term used rather loosely to describe regions with hot summers and mild winters. Ensure the temperature of the seedling close to 1-4°C 34-39°F during the cold stratification process inside the fridge. The nuts planted will germinate best when the temperature ranges from 18-24°C 65-75°F.

Watering:
Chestnut trees thrive in environments with consistently watered trees. Ensure the tree seedlings are consistently watered with moistened soil and not waterlogged. For the first years as the trees grow, water them often to maintain moisture on the soil and don’t let the young plants dry up in dry seasons.

Light:
chestnut trees need the sunlight to grow well. Expose them to the sun for a minimum of 6-8 hours daily. If planting Chestnut trees in your house, put them near a south-facing window or use additional lighting using grow lights. Exciting and Profitable

A Fun and Rewarding Experience

All of this is part of the idea that gardening with chestnut trees implies more than just standing by and watching the growth. The timelapse video shows off the miracle of growth, but it’s even better to see in person. Go ahead and get some chestnut seeds, prepare your substrate at those time and start to grow them yourself. Who knows? You could have a chestnut jungle all of your own!

Join the Journey

Get knee deep into chestnut growing and explore the handwork of unmodified nature. Check out the timelapse video, get inspired and grow some chestnuts yourself. With the right care and loving patience, you can belong to them too! 🌱✨