Aesculus carnea |
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Red Horsechestnut |
Information by: Photographer: Connon Nursery
Description
This small, round tree will grow 12-25' tall and has great dark green leaves with red flowers that bloom during the spring.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Slow
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Background, Lawn, Patio
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Apply a 2-3 inch layer of mulch in planting beds to conserve water, suppress weeds, and protect the soil from compaction and erosion.