Aesculus indica red wide-spreading to vase-shaped in the

wide-spreading to vase-shaped in the crown

then turning golden yellow in autumn

Plant in full sun to illuminate the peeling bark

whilst the petiole remains red creating a beautiful contrast

NOTE: Sensitive to Dutch elm disease

Aesculus indica red wide-spreading to vase-shaped in theA magnificent tree with an oval rounded habit that radiates an undefinable dignity. In mid summer panicles of pink flushed flowers unfold amongst the leaves which unfold bronze, becoming glossy dark green, then turning orange to yellow or even orange red and salmon in autumn. One of the best hardy horse chestnuts in cultivation. Prefers moist soil, full sun. Can reach up to 20m in favourable conditions. H5