Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

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Size: 150L

150L

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Current Stock Height Guides

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Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8–15 metres

Mature Width: 6–10 metres

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is expected to grow 40–70 cm per year (moderate).

Root Ball Dimensions

Use this as a reference when digging your planting hole. We recommend digging at least 10% wider than the dimensions below to encourage strong root development.

30cm Pot: 33cm (W) × 30cm (D)
40cm/45L Pot: 44cm (W) × 41.5cm (D)
50cm Pot / 70L Pot: 55cm (W) × 41.8cm (D)
100L Bag: 50.6cm (W) × 52.8cm (D)
150L Bag: 66cm (W) × 55cm (D)
200L Bag: 71.5cm (W) × 60.5cm (D)
300L Bag: 88cm (W) × 63.8cm (D)
400L Bag: 99cm (W) × 66cm (D)
500L Bag: 122cm (W) × 66cm (D)
750L Bag: 134cm (W) × 69cm (D)
1000L Bag: 146.3cm (W) × 71.5cm (D)
2000L Bag: 176cm (W) × 82.5cm (D)

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About Your New Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

Calodendrum capense, commonly known as Cape Chestnut, is a deciduous to semi-evergreen tree valued for its broad canopy and ornamental flowering display. It produces large, glossy green leaves that create a dense, structured crown suitable for feature and shade planting.

In summer, it produces soft pink, orchid-like flowers with darker markings, delivering a refined and eye-catching seasonal display. It performs best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soils with consistent moisture during establishment.

They look excellent when used as feature trees, in avenues, and in larger residential or civic landscapes. This species is commonly specified where ornamental flowering and canopy presence are required.

Uses in my Garden

Feature Tree
Shade Tree
Avenue Planting
Council or Civic Landscapes

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut works in an:

Tropical Garden – lush, leafy planting for a resort-style atmosphere.
Contemporary / Architectural Garden – striking forms for bold design statements.

Is Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut Evergreen or Deciduous?

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is an Deciduous (Defoliates throughout colder months) Tree

Mature Height & Width

Mature Height: 8–15 metres

Mature Width: 6–10 metres

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is expected to grow 40–70 cm per year (moderate).

Growth Rate of Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is expected to grow 40–70 cm per year (moderate).

They are considered to have a:

Medium Growth Rate

Frost Tolerance & Ideal Climate to plant Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

Is Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut frost tolerant?

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is Frost Tolerant – Can handle light to moderate frost once established.

Does Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut Flower?

Calodendrum capense produces masses of soft pink, orchid-like flowers with deeper veining through summer. The blooms sit across the canopy, creating a striking and highly ornamental display that makes this species a standout feature tree.

Does Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut flower?

Yes - Flowers

Flowering Period:

Summer

Flower Type:

Clustered

Flower Colour:

Pink

Is Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut an Australian Native Tree?

No

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is Native to South Africa, where Calodendrum capense grows naturally in coastal forests and moist woodland environments.

What is the Wildlife Value of Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut ?

Its large, nectar-rich flowers attract bees and other beneficial pollinators, providing a valuable food source during the warmer months. The canopy also offers light shelter for birds, supporting biodiversity in garden and landscape settings.

How much Sunlight does Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut need?

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut will thrive best in:

Full Sun
Part Shade

Preferred Soil?

Calodendrum capense performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam soils with an acidic to neutral pH. It will also tolerate sandy soils if enriched with organic matter to improve moisture retention and soil structure. Avoid heavy clay or waterlogged conditions unless significantly improved, as poor drainage can restrict root development and reduce vigour. Keep soil evenly moist during establishment, then gradually reduce watering as the tree matures.

Is Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut Drought Tolerant?

Is Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut Drought tolerant?

As a young tree it benefits from regular watering to establish well, particularly during warmer weather. Once established, Cape Chestnut shows moderate drought tolerance and performs reliably through dry periods when planted in well-drained soil, with occasional supplementary watering supporting optimal growth and flowering.

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How To Plant Your Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

Site: Choose a well-drained position in full sun to part shade with room for the canopy to develop.

Soil preparation: Enrich the planting area with quality compost and aged manure for a strong establishment phase.

Hole: Dig twice as wide as the root ball and the same depth.

Planting: Position level with the surrounding soil, backfill gently, firm in, then water deeply to settle the roots.

Recommended Planting Spacing For Your Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

Feature tree: 3 to 4 metres apart to allow the full canopy and form to develop.

Avenue planting: 3 metres apart for a uniform soft-textured avenue.

Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut is expected to grow 40–70 cm per year (moderate).

Medium Growth Rate

Long Term Care For Your Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut

Watering: Water deeply twice weekly through the first 12 months. Once established, reduce to once weekly in dry periods. Mulch helps maintain consistent moisture.

Mulching: Apply a 5 to 7 centimetre layer of organic mulch over the root zone, keeping it 5 centimetres clear of the trunk.

Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Light tip prune in late winter to maintain shape, and remove lower branches as the tree grows to develop a clean feature trunk.

Fertilising: Apply a slow-release general-purpose fertiliser in early spring and again in autumn for steady growth and consistent foliage colour.

Pest and disease: Hardy against most pests and diseases. Occasional scale or caterpillar inspection in warm humid conditions is all that's needed.

Planting Your Calodendrum capense – Cape Chestnut in Different Soil

Calodendrum capense performs best in well-drained loam or sandy loam with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. Adaptable to a wide range of soils when drainage is improved with organic matter.

Sandy soil: Free-draining and ideal. Mulch well to maintain consistent moisture.

Clay soil: Improve drainage with gypsum and organic compost before planting.

Loam: The preferred soil for steady root development and consistent growth.

pH: Slightly acidic to neutral preferred. Mulch with composted leaf litter to maintain levels naturally.