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THE Horsechestnut
Buckeye
About the Horsechestnut
Buckeye :
The Horsechestnut Buckeye tree, Aesculus
hippocastanum, is a beautiful, round-headed tree
perfectly suited for use in smaller yards. This
flowering tree has long, dense clusters of single,
bright-red flowers and are very attractive and
favored by hummingbirds. Horsechestnut Buckeye trees
are deciduous. This tree is widely planted in parks,
avenues and in large gardens.
This tree bloomes in early summer with individual
flowers that have crumpled white petals which ages
to dull red. Fruits have a leathery case covered
with short prickles and in autumn release large
seeds. The dark green foliage turns yellow-brown in
fall. The nuts produced by this species are
inedible. Wildlife such as squirrels gather many,
and plant those that they don't eat. These trees
prosper in full sun and also attracts butterflies. |
