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> Perhaps I'll be better off with some type of Hyrid. I'm hoping to
> end up with around 150 healthy chestnut trees. I don't want to end
> up with all my trees being destroyed by the blight.
>
> Does anyone have any recomendation on american hybrids I might
> consider?

James,
I would consider getting 4 trees from different sources for
starters.Chinese or chinese cross. Then start looking around your
Florida area for trees that are producing and established. If you find
some on somebodys property just go and introduce yourself and your
interest to see if you can get some nuts for growing or seedlings for
transplant.Chances are good that if you show a true interest that
people are helpfull. I myself have made many nut friends.Then you can
look for the American hybrids.
Trees grown from seed can take anywhere from 7 years up to begin
producing, so don't delay!
Rick A.