Briotii Red Horsechestnut

Aesculus x carnea 'Briotii'

Planted 2008

This tree is noted for its stunning, red flowers that bloom in the spring. It thrives in moist and fertile soils with full sun to part shade conditions.

Briotii Red Horsechestnut
Close up of Briotii Red Horsechestnut leaf
Close up of Briotii Red Horsechestnut bark
Height Width Zone Growth Rate Water Use
25-30 ft. 30-35 ft. 4-7 Slow Moderate

Leaf

Dark-green, oval leaves with finely serrated edges.

Fruit

Nuts.

Flower

Clusters of dark red flowers.

Advantages

Attractive foliage with good disease resistance.

Disadvantages

Produces nuts that are poisonous.