Aesculus hippocastanum 'Digitata'

42.13814545, -87.78321075

42.13980484, -87.78617859

Common Horsechestnut

This cultivar is smaller than other horse chestnuts (less than 30 feet). It has small, white flowers in dainty panicles that appear in the spring. Its leaves are narrower than the species giving the tree a more delicate look. It can tolerate some shade and has medium soil and water requirements. It should be noted that this is a taprooted tree which makes it difficult to transplant and will cause it to take a long time to get established.

Soil:
Moist
Plant Shape:
Upright
Exposure:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
May - June
Bloom Color:
White
Landscape Use:
Specimen Plant
Wildlife Interest:
Attracts Butterflies
Plant Type:
Tree
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 7