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Aesculus chinensis

Aesculus chinensis

Common Name: Chinese horse chestnut

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Native to the forests and slopes of northern China, this landscape specimen develops a handsome, broadly-round crown with palmate leaves. The foliage emerges deep red, then matures to a rich green. White flowers borne in 30cm tall panicles in mid-summer, followed by decorative but poisonous nuts. Avoid dry soils. RHS hardiness rating: H7

Recommended for:

Avenue
City/Courtyard
Lg Garden/Park
Med Garden
Small Garden
Native/Woodland
Ornamental Woodland
Screening
Street
Coastal
Exposed
Waterside

Tree Type: Deciduous

Height at Maturity: Medium (10-18m)

Growth Rate: Slow

Crown Shape: Broadly Oval

Season of Interest: Spring and Summer

Ornamental Flower: Yes

Flower Colour: White

Intolerant of: Dry Soils

Soil Types Tolerated: Chalk, Clay, Damp, Loam, and Well drained

Summer Foliage Colour: Dark-green

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