Horse Chestnut vs Double Flowering Plum - TreeTime.ca

Horse Chestnut vs Double Flowering Plum

Aesculus hippocastanum

Prunus triloba Multiplex

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Horse Chestnut
Double Flowering Plum

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.

With the Double Flowering Plum in your garden, you'll be the envy of your block. Not only is it a stunning visual, but it is one of the earliest spring bloomers. With its gorgeous double pink blooms, this Plum is irresistible to birds, butterflies, and neighbours alike.

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Horse Chestnut Quick Facts

Double Flowering Plum Quick Facts

Zone: 3a
Zone: 3a
Height: 12 m (39 ft)
Height: 1.8 m (6 ft)
Spread: 4 m (12 ft)
Spread: 1.5 m (5 ft)
Moisture: normal
Moisture: dry, normal
Light: partial shade, full sun
Light: partial shade, full sun
Hybrid: no
Hybrid: no
Catkins: no
Catkins: no
Fall colour: yellow to orange
Flowers: pink, round
Nuts: large spiky nuts
Growth rate: medium
Growth rate: medium
Life span: medium
Life span: short
Maintenance: medium
Suckering: none
Suckering: high



Toxicity: most parts of plant are toxic

Other Names: flowering almond, flowering plum