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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

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) — These vibrant flowers are not only visually appealing but also attract hummingbirds and butterflies; the Red, image 100
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it's important to note that while the Red Horsechestnut has a moderate growth rate; prized for its striking spring bloom
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — tree with red blooms; it requires space to attain its full majestic form, image 86
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) — and comprehensive foliage; it should be placed away from areas where its fruit, image 82
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — The Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus x carnea) is a striking; thriving in zones 4-7, it prefers well-drained soils and full
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 147
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) — prized for its striking spring bloom; lush greenery.<br><br>For the landscaper, image 94
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 85
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — Typically reaching an average height of 30 to 40 feet with a comparable spread; and comprehensive foliage
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — prized for its striking spring bloom; lush greenery.<br><br>For the landscaper, image 123
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) — It should be placed away from areas where its fruit; a slightly spiny capsule containing one to two, image 136
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) — tree for full
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 120
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — and comprehensive foliage
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 139
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) — tree with red blooms
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — and comprehensive foliage; it should be placed away from areas where its fruit, image 111
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — it's important to note that while the Red Horsechestnut has a moderate growth rate; prized for its striking, image 105
Red Horsechestnut (Aesculus X Carnea) — prized for its striking spring bloom
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