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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 3–10Type TreeClimate Temperate
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — red flowers in the garden; which are about 8 to 12 inches in length that adorn the tree in mid to late, image 143
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spread; and comprehensive foliage, image 95Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — which are about 8 to 12 inches in length that adorn the tree in mid to late spring; aesculus x carnea, image 128Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — with deep green leaves composed of 5 to 7 leaflets that can span up to 6 inches in width; might pose a mess, image 132Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — adding life and color to the landscape; typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spreadRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — this specimen presents a broadRed Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — tree with red blooms; it requires space to attain its full majestic form, image 144+153

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

Type
Tree
Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — red flowers in the garden; which are about 8 to 12 inches in length that adorn the tree in mid to late, image 143
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spread; and comprehensive foliage, image 95
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — which are about 8 to 12 inches in length that adorn the tree in mid to late spring; aesculus x carnea, image 128
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — with deep green leaves composed of 5 to 7 leaflets that can span up to 6 inches in width; might pose a mess, image 132
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — adding life and color to the landscape; typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spread
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — this specimen presents a broad
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — tree with red blooms; it requires space to attain its full majestic form, image 144
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade; it will provide the client with an
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is an elegant and robust deciduous tree; rounded canopy that, image 93
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — adding life and color to the landscape; typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a, image 130
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — These vibrant flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract hummingbirds and butterflies
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The foliage of the Red Horsechestnut is equally impressive
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is an elegant and robust deciduous tree; rounded canopy that, image 122
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — with deep green leaves composed of 5 to 7 leaflets that can span up to 6 inches in width; might pose a mess, image 74
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — rounded canopy that offers substantial shade; this specimen presents a broad, image 97
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — These vibrant flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract hummingbirds and butterflies; the Red
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — adding life and color to the landscape; typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a, image 72
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade; it will provide the, image 91
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It will provide the client with an annually recurring spectacle that is both regal and endearing; red, image 112
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — deciduous hybrid tree reaching up to 35ft in height with a similar spread; it is hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8 and thrives
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full sun to partial shade; it will provide the, image 149
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it requires space to attain its full majestic form; adding life and color to the landscape, image 77
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Aesculus x carnea serves as an excellent focal point due to its size; these vibrant flowers are not only, image 81
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it requires space to attain its full majestic form; adding life and color to the landscape, image 106
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