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Red Horsechestnut

Aesculus X Carnea

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Overview

The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is a striking, deciduous hybrid tree reaching up to 35ft in height with a similar spread. It boasts dense, lush foliage and showy, deep red flower panicles measuring up to 8 inches long in late spring. Thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade. This majestic tree adds ornamental value to any landscape with its rounded, symmetrical crown.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–10Climate Temperate
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is a striking
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is an elegant and robust deciduous treeRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shadeRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spreadRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — deciduous hybrid tree reaching up to 35ft in height with a similar spreadRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It boasts dense, lush foliage and showy, deep red flower panicles measuring up to 8 inches long in late springRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — This majestic tree adds ornamental value to any landscape with its rounded, symmetrical crown+146

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
3–10

Shape & size

Mature height
30–40 Ft.
Mature width
25–35 Ft.

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — prized for its striking spring bloom
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is an elegant and robust deciduous tree
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spread
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — deciduous hybrid tree reaching up to 35ft in height with a similar spread
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It boasts dense, lush foliage and showy, deep red flower panicles measuring up to 8 inches long in late spring
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — This majestic tree adds ornamental value to any landscape with its rounded, symmetrical crown
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is a striking
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it's important to note that while the Red Horsechestnut has a moderate growth rate
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — with deep green leaves composed of 5 to 7 leaflets that can span up to 6 inches in width
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — lush greenery.<br><br>For the landscaper
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it requires space to attain its full majestic form
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — which are about 8 to 12 inches in length that adorn the tree in mid to late spring
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — These vibrant flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — adding life and color to the landscape
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The foliage of the Red Horsechestnut is equally impressive
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — this specimen presents a broad
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — rounded canopy that offers substantial shade
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8 and thrives in well-drained
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — red flowers in the garden
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It will provide the client with an annually recurring spectacle that is both regal and endearing
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — a slightly spiny capsule containing one to two nut-like seeds
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — might pose a mess or hazard.<br><br>In a garden design
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Aesculus x carnea serves as an excellent focal point due to its size

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