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Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor'

Also Known As

  • Autumn Splendor Horse Chesnut

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 20'-35'
  • W: 20'-30'

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor' plant details

Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 35 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Well chosen by the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum for its unusual brilliant bright-red fall foliage! Its deep-dark glossy green leaves are the perfect backdrop for the showy yellow flower spikes in spring. This fantastic hybrid of A. flava , A. pavia and A. glabra only reaches 25-30'. This easy-going tree is drought-tolerant and very tolerant of urban pollution. S-PSh/M-D
Super fall color, or should I say "Splendid" fall color of brilliant maroon-red on this small, oval to round topped tree that will grow to 35' and has scorch-resistant shiny leaves. This cultivar is more cold hardy than the species as it will go to zone 4. Add to this the yellow flowers with their orange-red blotch and you have a very splendid tree indeed.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor' plant

How to Grow Aesculus 'Autumn Splendor'

  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
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