#86
Accession Number: 0086-0000
Common Name: Red Horse Chestnut
Latin Name: Aesculus × carnea
Family: Sapindaceae (Soapberry Family)
Native Range: Hybrid origin, Europe
Height: 30–40 feet
Spread: 25–35 feet
Bloom Time: May
Bloom Description: Red
USDA Hardiness Zone: 5
Light Preference: Full sun to part shade
Water Needs: Medium
Notes: Works well as a shade tree
Description: The Red Horse Chestnut, is the result of a cross between Aesculus hippocastanum and Aesculus pavia that was discovered in Europe in 1812. The small, rounded, deciduous tree is most distinguished by the attractive and very showy pink-red flowers in May. Easily to grow, Red Horse Chestnut prefers well-drained but moist, fertile soils. Foliage tends to scorch in dry conditions. The nuts of this tree are poisonous to eat!
