Plant Information

Aesculus hippocastanum

Plant Type: Large Tree
Plant Size: 7m+ in 10yrs
General Information

The Horse Chestnut puts on a beautiful display when flowering and is a lovely tree to have if you have the space.  We have seen some mature specimens as avenue planting.  Stunning!

Features:  A large deciduous tree with an upright form and rounded shape.  Fresh green, palmate leaves and white flowers that sit in upright panicles.

Uses:  In larger gardens to create a park setting.  As an avenue tree.  As a specimen to create a balance of scale against large formal lawns.

Combinations:  Together or underplanted with Hydrangea quercifolia, Astelia 'Silver Spear' and large Hosta sp.

Care:  Mulch and stake newly planted trees, easy care, this tree does prefer climates with cool winters and warm summers.

Planting Conditions
Full Sun Yes Dry
Part Shade Moist Yes
Shade Wet
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