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General information on
Horsechestnut trees
Horsechestnut
Aesculus hippocastanum
Beautiful, 5"-12" oblong clusters of white flowers with a yellow and red tint at
their base characterize this large flowering tree perfect for large areas. Leaves are
light green as they unfold, emerging dark green at maturity. Upright-oval rounded form
with lower branches hanging down. Bark exfoliates on older specimens exposing orange bark
underneath. Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates many soil types. Full sun or
partial shade. Grows 50'-75' high, with a 40'-70' spread.
Type of tree:
The Horsechestnut falls into the following type(s): Ornamental Trees, Shade Trees
Mature Height:
The Horsechestnut grows to be 50' - 75' feet in height.
Mature Spread:
The Horsechestnut has a spread of about 40' - 70' at full maturity.
Spread Variations:
Growth Rate:
This tree grows at a medium growth rate.
Sun:
This Horsechestnut does well in full sun, partial shade.
Soil:
The Horsechestnut grows in acidic, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, silty loam, well drained,
clay soils.
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Shape:
This Horsechestnut has oval, rounded shape.
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Additional Information
Description:
Beautiful, 5"-12" oblong clusters of white flowers with a yellow and red tint at
their base characterize this large flowering tree perfect for large areas. Leaves are
light green as they unfold, emerging dark green at maturity. Upright-oval rounded form
with lower branches hanging down. Bark exfoliates on older specimens exposing orange bark
underneath. Plant in moist, well-drained soil. Tolerates many soil types. Full sun or
partial shade. Grows 50'-75' high, with a 40'-70' spread.
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