Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Hippocastanaceae

Genus:

Aesculus

Species:

Aesculus ×arnoldiana

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

20-40 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may

Bloom Colors:

pink, red, yellow

Native Range

United States: Massachusetts

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

good drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

Prefers fertile soils, avoid waterlogged conditions