Horse Chestnut (Aesculus Hippocastanum) - Shade Trees

Grow conditions

Sunlight

Full sun / Partial sun

Hardiness zone

3-7

Min. Temperature

−40°F (−40°C)

Soil type

Clay, Loam, Well drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Horse Chestnut

Aesculus Hippocastanum

Grow conditions

Sunlight: Full sun / Partial sun
Hardiness zone: 3-7
Min. Temperature: −40°F (−40°C)
Soil type: Clay, Loam, Well drained, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Neutral, Alkaline

Plant traits

Mature height50 ft-75 ft

Mature spread40 ft-50 ft

Plant typeShade Trees

Bloom seasonSpring

Foliage typeDeciduous

Tolerance & safety

Drought tolerant❌No

Fire tolerant❌No

Pet safe❌Toxic

Deer resistant✅Yes

Pollinator-friendly—Unknown

Horse Chestnut (Aesculus Hippocastanum) - Shade Trees

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