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Horse Chestnut vs Big Leaf Maple
Aesculus hippocastanum
Acer macrophyllum
CUSTOM GROW
CUSTOM GROW
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.
Big Leaf Maple has a broad, rounded crown and the largest leaves of all the maples. The pleasant shape and large leaves make this maple a striking and attractive tree. In autumn, the leaves turn vibrant shades of gold and orange.
Big Leaf Maple is a soil building species, meaning that it improves the soil conditions where it grows.
Horse Chestnut Quick Facts
Big Leaf Maple Quick Facts
Toxicity: most parts of plant are toxic