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Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii'

Family Hippocastanaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 7.5 - 15 m (25 - 50 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 12 m (25 - 40 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The tree Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii' (Briotts' red horsechestnut) bears showy, pink and fragrant blooms during late spring to early summer. The glossy foliage is dark green in colour and coarse in texture. Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii' (Briotts' red horsechestnut) has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii' (Briotts' red horsechestnut) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Shade, specimen and street planting.
Special Characteristics This tree attracts butterflies to your garden.