Wofford Arboretum South Campus

77.‘O’Neill’ Red Horsechestnut

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Tree Details Hardiness zone: 7 Height: 30 – 40 Spread: equal to height Habit: Rounded to broad-rounded Light: Full sun or partial shade Soil: Moist, well-drained soil preferable Flowers: fine red, occur in 10 – 12 panicles Fruit: prickly, globose, 1 1/2 diameter capsule Landscape use: Good park, campus, or golf course tree History: Resulted from a cross between A. hippocastanum and A. pavia; most likely occurred in Germany; Pests\Problems: More mildew and blotch resistant than A. hippocastanum Significant Features: Dark green foliage; beautiful red-pink flowers