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American Elm vs Horse Chestnut
Ulmus americana
Aesculus hippocastanum
CUSTOM GROW
American Elm is fast growing, tall tree with a recognizable and pleasing shape.
It's well suited for urban environments because of its non-invasive roots and ability to grow on harsh sites (quite salt tolerant). American Elm develops a wide, dense canopy that provides shade for many city streets around North America.
Horse Chestnut is a medium sized deciduous tree that is native to Greece but has been grown in North America for hundreds of years. It produces large nuts.
A top CO2 absorbing species. Experts think this tree may help climate change more than others.
American Elm Quick Facts
Horse Chestnut Quick Facts
Toxicity: most parts of plant are toxic