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

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) — It should be placed away from areas where its fruit; a slightly spiny capsule containing one to two nut-like seeds

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it requires space to attain its full majestic form; adding life and color to the landscape

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — might pose a mess or hazard.<br><br>In a garden design; the Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is an elegant and

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Aesculus x carnea serves as an excellent focal point due to its size; these vibrant flowers are not only visually

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 spring

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — making it an exceptional choice for a statement tree in residential or public gardens; this majestic tree adds

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It will provide the client with an annually recurring spectacle that is both regal and endearing; red flowers in the

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — and comprehensive foliage; it should be placed away from areas where its fruit

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spread; and comprehensive foliage, image 66

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, image 60

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — prized for its striking spring bloom; lush greenery.<br><br>For the landscaper, image 65

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — This majestic tree adds ornamental value to any landscape with its rounded, symmetrical crown; it boasts, image 63

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is an elegant and robust deciduous tree; rounded canopy that, image 64

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — It boasts dense, lush foliage and showy, deep red flower panicles measuring up to 8 inches long in late, image 61

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 62

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is a striking; thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained, image 59

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — tree for full; making it an exceptional choice for a statement tree in residential or public gardens

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — tree with red blooms; it requires space to attain its full majestic form

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The foliage of the Red Horsechestnut is equally impressive, image 73

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) — 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) — this specimen presents a broad; deciduous hybrid tree reaching up to 35ft in height with a similar spread, image 67

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — These vibrant flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract hummingbirds and butterflies; the Red, image 71

Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — rounded canopy that offers substantial shade; this specimen presents a broad, image 68

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