BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

We hope to have this plant available in late 2012/early 2013

Description

A lovely, deciduous small tree native to northern China, Xanthoceras sorbifolium 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 for a woodland garden or sunny border.

features

• Common name: Yellowhorn or Chinese Flowering Chestnut..
• 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.