Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor' - STDS 10-12 CM

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Aesculus x arnoldiana 'Autumn Splendour'.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive orange autumn colouring

Leaves
Attractive orange autumn colouring.

Bark
Grey-brown, furrowed bark makes this plant an eye-catcher in any garden.

Growth habit
Horse chestnut 'Autumn Splendor' is roundish in structure and has a closed crown.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
No special requirements.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Cuts, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated as quickly as possible with a wound closure agent to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The orange-red flowers appear in panicles from May to June.

Interesting facts
Plant or parts of the plant are poisonous.

Use
Solitary, bee pasture, avenue