Botanical profile

Aesculus hippocastanum 'Baumannii'

Latin name
Aesculus hippocastanum 'Baumannii'
Common name
Common horse chestnut 'Baumannii'
Type
TREE
Family
Sapindaceae

Aesculus hippocastanum 'Baumannii' is a sterile variety of horse chestnut, renowned for its spectacular double white flowers and lack of fruit, making it ideal for urban and pedestrian areas. Its broad, rounded crown provides dense shade, while its glossy green foliage provides an imposing and elegant presence. Highly resistant to atmospheric pollution, it adapts well to deep, cool soils. Its late and prolonged flowering period is a real visual highlight in spring, making it a popular choice for large public spaces or formal gardens.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Neutral to slightly acidic, deep and well-drained
Minimum temperature
'-34°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Does not produce fruit (sterile cultivar).
Foliage color
Dark green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
15 to 20 m (49 to 66 ft)
Width
8 m (26 feet)
Growth rate
average
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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