FRESH CHESTNUTS FOR WASHINGTON, D.C.
Shipped Direct from our Iowa Orchard
Looking for fresh chestnuts in Washington, D.C.? Valley Chestnuts grows Chinese chestnuts on our family orchard in Southeast Iowa and ships freshly harvested chestnuts directly to customers throughout Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region.
Midwest grown • Harvested fresh • Shipped directly to you
WHY VALLEY CHESTNUTS?
Grown in the Midwest
Our chestnuts come from our family orchard in Southeast Iowa and a small network of trusted Midwest growers.
Harvested with Care
Each fall, chestnuts are harvested, sorted, inspected, and carefully handled before they’re prepared for shipping.
Shipped to Washington, D.C.
Order fresh chestnuts online and have them shipped directly to your home or business in the Washington, D.C. area.
FRESH MIDWEST CHESTNUTS, DELIVERED TO THE D.C. AREA
Fresh chestnuts aren’t always easy to find, especially if you’re looking for fresh, U.S.-grown nuts rather than imported chestnuts that may have traveled long distances before reaching the shelf.
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Valley Chestnuts gives customers in Washington, D.C. and the surrounding region the option to order fresh, Midwest-grown Chinese chestnuts, shipped right to their door.
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Need Chestnuts in Bulk?
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We also offer bulk and wholesale chestnuts for grocers, restaurants, bakeries, and other businesses. If you’re purchasing for a business in Washington, D.C., Northern Virginia, or Maryland, contact us about current availability and larger quantities.
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FRESH CHESTNUTS FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Fresh chestnuts are especially fitting during the colder months—roasted while they’re still warm, added to stuffing and other seasonal dishes, or shared as a holiday food gift.
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We set aside part of each harvest in controlled-atmosphere storage to help preserve freshness later into the season, allowing us to continue shipping chestnuts as Thanksgiving and Christmas approach.
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Limited quantities available.
BRINGING THE AMERICAN CHESTNUT BACK
The American chestnut was once a major part of forests throughout the Washington, D.C. region before chestnut blight nearly wiped it out in the early 1900s. But the species is still hanging on: National Park Service surveys have found hundreds of living American chestnuts in parks throughout the National Capital Region.
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There are also active efforts to bring the species back. In 2024, Wolf Trap National Park planted ten American chestnut trees as part of ongoing restoration work, while surviving trees throughout the region continue to be monitored. Restoring the species to healthy, self-sustaining populations is still a long-term goal, but the work gives the D.C. area a continuing role in the American chestnut story. As Midwest chestnut growers, we appreciate being part of that broader story by shipping fresh chestnuts to customers throughout the capital region today.
ENJOYING YOUR FRESH CHESTNUTS
Fresh chestnuts contain more moisture than most nuts, so they need a little different care after they arrive. We’ve put together information on storing, curing, preparing, and cooking them for the best flavor and quality.
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Storing & Curing Chestnuts​​
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Chestnut Recipes