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Aesculus Hippocastanum
Aesculus hippocastanum
Aesculus Hippocastanum is a deciduous tree that thrives in full sun. Growing to about 20m, it flowers from May. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧💧 Moderate
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 20.0m tall × 15.0m wide
Flowers
🌸 may
Wildlife
🐝 Major bee tree, conkers for wildlife
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Plant Information
About this plant
Aesculus Hippocastanum is a deciduous tree that thrives in full sun. Growing to about 20m, it flowers from May. A favourite with bees and other pollinators.
Latin Name
Aesculus hippocastanum
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
moderate
Flowering Season
may
Mature Height
20.0m
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