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Aesculus x carnea

Family Hippocastanaceae
Plant Type tree
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 9 - 15 m (30 - 50 ft)
Spread 7.5 - 12 m (25 - 40 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The tree Aesculus x carnea (red horse chestnut) bears showy, faded orange and fragrant flowers during late spring to early summer. The semi-gloss - glossy foliage is deep aquamarine in colour and coarse in texture. Aesculus x carnea (red horse chestnut) yields showy fruit. This plant has smooth bark. A specimen plant, Aesculus x carnea (red horse chestnut) 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.