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Aesculus hippocastanum

Common Horsechestnut

Plant photo of: Aesculus hippocastanum
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer: JJ Neilson Arboretum

 

Description

While it is a bulky tree, the hippocastanum provides heavy shade and a beautiful flower show in spring from its drooping leaves. Its plumes are long ivory blossoms of 12", colored with a light hint of pink. This decidous tree can reach 75' tall with a 45'-60' spread. It is upright, oval and rounded. Roots are aggressive so it is not a good street tree. Common Horsechestnut needs extra water during the summer.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

60-100'

Flower Color

Pink, White

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

Fruit Color

Green

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Invasive, Messy

Design Styles

Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring

Location Uses

Background, Park

Special Uses

Shade Tree

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.