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Aesculus × carnea 'Briotii' - Ruby Red Horsechestnut

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Aesculus × carnea 'Briotii' is a versatile addition to any landscape design, affording you nature's splendor right in your backyard. Endearingly known as the Ruby Red Horsechestnut, this robust deciduous tree claims a spot in the Sapindaceae family. With its stature reaching up to an impressive 30-40 feet high and equally wide, it captures the eye and enchants with its deep red, cone-like flower clusters that burst forth in late spring. Adding to its allure are the expansive dark green leaves that yield to an exquisite yellow palette in autumn, offering a dynamic display across seasons. This is not just a pretty face, however. Known for its resilience, the Ruby Red Horsechestnut stands indefinitely against varying environmental conditions, exhibiting high tolerance to disease and pollution, a welcome feature for urban landscapes. With a water intake that's easy on the resources and a sun exposure preference ranging from full to partial shade, this tree offers flexibility in its care. As a hybrid plant designed with hardiness in mind, the Ruby Red Horsechestnut is a brilliant choice that will satisfy both your aesthetic and practical landscaping needs.

  • Size: Up to 30-40 feet tall and wide
  • Flowers: Vibrant, ruby-red clusters in late spring
  • Foliage: Dark green, transitioning to yellow in autumn
  • Water usage: Moderate
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Resilience: Highly resistant to disease and pollution. Suitable for urban landscaping.
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