In The Garden: What is this pretty plant? A tree, bush, ornamental?

Discussion in 'Plants: Identification' started by Zelda, Jun 4, 2012.

  1. Zelda

    Zelda Member Maple Society

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    I bought a new house and found this plant in my garden. Not the evergreen, just the beautiful leaves on the bottom.

    I don't know if I should transplant it or leave it where it is because I don't know how big it can get.

    I live in the East, near Montreal, Quebec.

    Can anyone help?

    Thank you.

    Zelda.
     

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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Aesculus.
     
  3. Zelda

    Zelda Member Maple Society

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    Thank you for your quick reply. I looked up images and, sure enough, there it is!

    The one that most resembles mine is Aesculus Hippocastanum or horse chestnut. Now that I know it can grow into a big tree, I'll put it in an appropriate location.

    Thanks again for your help.

    Zelda
     
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    Ron B Paragon of Plants 10 Years

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    Majestic specimen commanding a large area in time. If you think you want to try it note the conkers (fruits) are like balls and fall suddenly from the tree in a peculiarly abrupt way, as though being picked and thrown down by monkeys. I find this phenomenon somewhat unpleasant to be around, myself.
     
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    That's a very interesting and useful comment. I thank you for that and will make sure to take it into consideration when I plant it.

    Thanks so much!

    Diane
     

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