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Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

Xanthoceras sorbifolium

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(Yellowhorn or Chinese Flowering Chestnut) A lovely, deciduous small tree native to northern China which has beautiful upright panicles of large white flowers with a deep red centre in late spring.

The leaves are pale green and pinnate and similar in appearance to those of a Sorbus (Mountain Ash).

In a good, warm position Xanthoceras sorbifolium will produce walnut-like fruit that contain chestnut-like seeds.

An unusual choice of tall shrub or eventually small, elegant tree for a woodland garden or sunny border.

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Position: Full sun or partial shade.
Soil: Well drained, fertile soil including chalk.
Hardiness: Hardy. Xanthoceras sorbifolium enjoys shelter from cold winter winds.
Flowering Period: May - June
Flower Colour: White with a red centre
Rate of Growth: Slow until established then moderate.
Habit: Very small branching tree with an upright habit in the U.K.
- Height: up to 6 m (20 ft).
- Spread: 2.5 m (8 ft).

Notes: Xanthoceras sorbifolium will flower best in a hot, sunny garden.

How Much Sun: Full Sun, Light Shade
Eventual Size: Tree - Small (4m - 8m)
Growing Conditions: Soil: Alkaline, Soil: Dry/Sandy
Special Features: Flowers in Spring, Suitable for Containers, Rare and Unusual, Foliage - Unusual Shape

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