Purton's Pride Chestnut (Castanea sativa 'Purton's Pride') is also called 'Emerald Gem'. 'Purton's Pride' is a good mid-season variety for peeling and serving whole in a sauce or as a vegetable accompaniment. Can be roasted.
Chestnuts are harvested after they fall to the ground during autumn months.
Check out the book Just Nuts for practical, down-to-earth growing advice tailored to Australian conditions.
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