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Aesculus X carnea 'Fort McNair'

Ruby Flower Red Horsechestnut

Plant photo of: Aesculus X carnea 'Fort McNair'
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Information by:         Photographer: Linda Engstrom, Connon

 

Description

Aesculus carnea 'Briotii' is a deciduous tree that grows to 40 ft. high and 30 ft. wide. Aesculus carnea has a round crown with large dark green leaves, divided into leaflets. Bears hundreds of 8 in. long plumes of red flowers.

 

Plant Type

Tree

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

Flower Color

Pink, Red, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

Green

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.