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Horse
Chestnut
Aesculus |
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Description:
An undemanding tree that is fruitless and will grow in full sun or light
shade and prefers moist, well-drained, acidic soils. It is also tolerant of wind,
drought and salt.
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| Common Name: |
Red Horsechestnut, Ruby Red Horsechestnut |
| Botanical
Name: |
Aesculus |
| Type: |
Deciduous Tree |
| Growth Rate: |
Slow |
| Soil
Preference: |
Will tolerate drought, some wetness and
some salt but prefers a soil that is well-drained/loamy, sandy or clay with a pH of acidic
to slightly alkaline (less than 7.0 - 7.7) |
| Light
Requirements: |
Full sun |
| Attributes: |
Pest tolerant |
| Pests: |
None of major concern |
| Diseases: |
None of major concern |
| Care: |
Pruning is not recommended while the tree is young.
The bark may crack if it is exposed to direct sun so leave the lower branches.
Fertilize with Holly-tone or a water-soluble fertilizer as recommended.Planting
Instructions: Trees & Shrubs
Water & Fertilizer Schedule |
| Varieties: |
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Aesculus x
carnea 'Briotti'
Red Horsechestnut
zones 5-7
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| Description: Will make a very nice round to broad-round tree reaching a
height of 25-50'. The attractive, rose-red flowers bloom in June atop the
lustrous
green leaves. 'Briotti' is fruitless, so it makes no mess in the landscape. |
| Bloom Color: |
Rose-red |
| Bloom Time: |
May-June |
| Foliage Color: |
Green |
| Height: |
25-50' |
| Spread: |
25-35' |
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