AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’

Description

The Plant

The AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’, also known as the Sunrise Horse Chestnut, is a true horticultural marvel, very rare, that enhances your outdoor space at first glance.

First of all, its budding shoots sport a bright pink that instantly catches the eye. After a few weeks, this bright pink gives way to coppery hues that evolve into a luminous green in summer, creating a panorama of changing colors through the seasons. It is also covered with a multitude of flowers towards the end of spring.

Furthermore, this plant is distinguished by its very small growth (less than 2 meters after 10 years), its robustness, and its ability to adapt to different types of soils. This makes it an ideal choice for arranging both private gardens and public spaces. With its minimal maintenance and undeniable ornamental qualities, the AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’ is the perfect compromise between aesthetics and ease of care.

How to choose the location and maintain the AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’

Choice of Location and Planting

1. To start, choose a sunny or semi-shaded location.
2. Il est souhaitable que le sol soit riche et bien drainé. Toutefois, il peut être léger, normal ou lourd.
3. La terre doit être fraîche à humide, moyen ou sec avec un pH acide, neutre ou calcaire.
4. For proper preparation of the planting hole, we have designed specific instructions available here.

Care

This Sunrise Horse Chestnut is a very easy-to-maintain plant. Given its slow growth and very limited development, this plant does not require any particular pruning. If pruning is necessary for any reason, you can do so in January or February well before the new growth.

Furthermore, discover here how to water your garden and save water.

History and Origin

AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’ originates from the United States. It has been carefully selected for its unique aesthetic characteristics and its adaptability.

Indeed, resulting from rigorous horticultural work, this horse chestnut has quickly won over gardening enthusiasts with the beauty of its young shoots and the spectacular evolution of its foliage.

Moreover, this variety embodies innovation that combines tradition and modernity in the world of arboriculture. Its fame has spread over time, notably thanks to specialized nurseries like Vallonchêne. Our nursery promotes it to an audience that appreciates original and colorful landscape creations.

Thus, AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’ is not just a tree, but a true decorative asset that brings charm and character to any green space.

To conclude, the Sunrise Horse Chestnut is the ideal choice to transform your garden into a dynamic and colorful living space. Adopt the AESCULUS neglecta ‘Erythroblastos’ to enjoy a visual spectacle throughout the year. You will then be part of a rich and inspiring horticultural tradition.