Aesculus Hippocastanum

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Aesculus hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut)

A handsome, stately tree, tall and with a wide crown and pointed top. Deciduous and adorned with large, deep green, fan-shaped leaves from spring through to autumn when they take on bright yellow tones. Spring also brings very large, cone-shaped clusters of white flowers marked with pink. Followed by shiny, brown nuts similar to a chestnut – these are toxic to humans and animals. Grows approximately 7m high x 5m wide in 10 years.

Full sun-part shade position. Prefers a moist and well drained soil, not tolerating dry periods well. An established plant will recover from mild drought but the foliage will scorch. Will damage in harsh winds.

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