Description
A beautiful, rare small tree which is native to the United States,
Aesculus neglecta 'Erythroblastos' has young leaves in spring which are a fantastic apricot or shrimp-pink in colour, turning lime green later in the year. These colourful leaves are complimented by attractive spikes of creamy-yellow flowers in late spring. An excellent plant for spring interest and a lovely small garden tree.
Features
- Common name: Yellow Horse chestnut .
- Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
- Soil: Any well drained, fertile soil.
- Hardiness: Hardy.
- Flowering Period: May.
- Rate of Growth: Slow.
- Habit: A small, branching tree with a rounded crown.
- Height: up to 8 m (26 ft)
- Spread: 6 m (20 ft)
- Supplied Size: Young plants in 3L containers.