Aesculus hippocastanum – Common horse chestnut

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Aesculus hippocastanum – Common horse chestnut

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Familiar tree that has been cultivated in large parts of Europe for many centuries. Grows into a large tree with a wide undulating crown and a short, sturdy trunk. Very dense, close crown, casting a heavy shade. Fully grown species can reach 30 m with a width exceeding 20 m. The thick twigs of 2 cm across are striking. These are pendulous with erect twig ends. The opposite leaves can reach 20 cm across. In autumn they colour into yellow brown. The flowering is profuse, in long erect white panicles of 20 - 25 cm. Also striking is the colouring from yellow to red of the macule (spot in the flower). Has a deep rooting main root that branches out expansively with strong branches. Fruits profusely which makes it less suitable for use in streets. Susceptible to salt (for icy roads).
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2024.
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Clear stem (9)
Specifications
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Height
20 - 25 (30) m, fast growing
Crown
globular, dark, dense crown
Bark and branches
thin, brown and smooth bark, sticky buds
Leaf
palmate, 5/7 leaflets, dark green, ca 20 cm
Flowers
white, erect panicles, May/June
Fruits
prickled, 1 to 3 shiny brown chestnuts
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
few requirements, tolerant to hard surfaces, no asphalt
Soil moisture
withstand short flood
Paving
tolerates paving
Winter hardiness zone
4 (-34,4 to -28,9 °C)
Wind resistance
moderate to good
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6)
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant)
Application
avenues and broad streets
Shape
clearstem tree, multi-stem treem, pollard, roof
Origin
S.E.-Europe, North-Iran to the west Himalayan
Clear stem tree Multi-stem tree Pollard Roof clay soil loamy soil peaty soil sandy soil tolerates paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) withstand short flood 1st size , taller than 12 metres dense crown green white May fast growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) non-toxic (usually)
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Frequently asked questions
Aesculus hippocastanum

Aesculus hippocastanum can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 (30) m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Aesculus hippocastanum is fast growing and can eventually reach a height of 20 - 25 (30) m, fast growing, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Aesculus hippocastanum is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Aesculus hippocastanum with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Aesculus hippocastanum blooms in may.
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