Aesculus x woerlitzensis

Also Known As

Aesculus woerlitzensis
Woerlitz Horsechestnut

Plant type

tree

size

H: 10'-20'
W: 10'-20'

planting zones

5a-9b

Aesculus x woerlitzensis plant details

Aesculus x woerlitzensis is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring pink and red flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aesculus x woerlitzensis

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 20 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Flowers: pink and red blooms in spring
Uses: street tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aesculus x woerlitzensis

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This handsome clump-forming 10-20' hybrid horsechestnut tree has shiny, dark green leaves which are yellow-green on the undersides and showy 4-8" orange-red flower panicles which are hummingbird magnets, flowers become smooth light brown seed capsules with the shiny brown chestnuts inside (very similar to A. pavia, except that on this species the flowers have hairs, those of A. pavia do not); a wonderful garden specimen. S-PSh/M