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Grown In The UK.
Established 1987.
UK Mainland.*
Aesculus, commonly known as Horse Chestnut trees, are renowned for their majestic presence and beautiful blooms. These stately trees, named after the Roman word for an edible acorn, ironically bear seeds that are toxic when raw.
Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778) bestowed the name, perhaps unaware of the inedible nature of the Horse Chestnut's fruit. Characterised by their large, palmate leaves and showy flower spikes that emerge in spring, Aesculus trees make a grand statement in any landscape. Varieties like the impressive 'Aesculus hippocastanum' and the striking 'Aesculus x carnea Briotii' offer a blend of classic beauty and robust growth.
While the seeds, known as conkers, are inedible and even toxic in their raw form, they have been cleverly incorporated into children's games. The fallen autumn seeds are removed from their spiky outer shells, drilled, and strung, becoming the tools for a game of conkers, where players attempt to smash their opponent's conker. Though humans have found ways to process the seeds for consumption, it's a practice rarely undertaken, leaving conkers primarily as objects of childhood amusement.
With their distinctive conkers, ornamental appeal, and impressive size, Horse Chestnut trees are a captivating addition to parks, large gardens, and landscape projects. Their stately forms, adorned with showy blooms in spring and vibrant foliage in autumn, create a timeless presence, enhancing outdoor spaces with their grandeur and charm.
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Aesculus hippocastanum
Horse Chestnut Tree
Known for its majestic form and large, white flower spikes, this horse chestnut tree is perfect for creating a stately garden presence.
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Aesculus x carnea Briotii
Red Horse Chestnut Tree
Deep red flowers and robust growth make this red horse chestnut tree a stunning and hardy addition to any garden.
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