Aesculus hippocastanum | Horse Chestnut - Girth 10-12cm - 260-280cm - 70lt patio Ilex crenata 'Green Hedger' can

Ilex crenata 'Green Hedger' can tolerate most soil types

It doesn’t mind marshy ground

The stems are a beautiful shade of dark green and have a smooth

bright pink when young

Aesculus hippocastanum | Horse Chestnut - Girth 10-12cm - 260-280cm - 70lt patio Ilex crenata 'Green Hedger' canThe Aesculus hippocastanum, commonly known as the horse chestnut, is a deciduous tree native to the Balkan Peninsula in Southeast Europe. This majestic tree, widely cultivated throughout the UK, is celebrated for its striking appearance and historical significance. Horse chestnuts can grow up to 30 meters tall, boasting a broad, rounded canopy that provides ample shade. The bark is greyish brown, developing scaly plates with age. Its leaves are large