Aesculus hippocastanum Wisselink
Aesculus hippocastanum Wisselink
Aesculus hippocastanum Wisselink
Aesculus hippocastanum Wisselink
Horse Chestnut, Conker Tree
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Description
Aesculus hippocastanum 'Wisselink' has one of the most beautiful foliage ever seen in horse chestnuts. In spring, 'Wisselink' presents a very pale foliage, creamy green with silver reflections veined with dark green. A magnificent reticulated pattern that fades throughout the season, while the summer yellow appears. This variety also charms with its pretty clusters of white flowers. A deciduous small tree to be highlighted, for example against a dark background of conifers that would provide the shade it needs.
Aesculus hippocastaneum 'Wisselink' was discovered by William Wisselink in the Netherlands. This small tree belongs to the Sapindaceae family, formerly the Hippocastanaceae family. The species, contrary to what its common name of Horse Chestnut suggests, is native to Macedonia, a region that includes northern Greece, Albania, and southern Bulgaria. It is a forest species. In nature, the common horse chestnut can reach a height of 25 m with a spread of 15 to 20 m.
The 'Wisselink' horse chestnut grows slowly, but eventually reaches a height of about 15 m with a spread of approximately 12 m. Its trunk and branches are covered with a brown to reddish, initially smooth bark, becoming grey and fissured with age. The crown is dense and broadly conical. The deciduous foliage forms in spring and falls in autumn. In winter, large reddish buds covered with a shiny resin can be seen on the branches. The foliage consists of large leaves divided into 5 to 7 leaflets with finely toothed edges, strongly veined with dark green. Their colour changes from spring to summer. Flowering occurs in May-June, on already leafy branches. It takes the form of upright pyramidal clusters called panicles, 15-20 cm long, composed of numerous small flowers about 1 cm wide, which are close to white. After pollination by insects, the characteristic green, rounded, and bristly fruits form. Each fruit can measure up to 4 cm in diameter and contains only one large seed.
The 'Wisselink' Horse Chestnut stands out as a specimen tree in a park or large garden. As its magnificent foliage is sensitive to scorching sun, it is best placed in an east-facing position or near a tree like the Henry's lime that will provide shade in the afternoon during summer. To not overshadow its unique beauty, it is best to avoid associating it with flowering shrubs or variegated foliage. However, Japanese forest grass or black Ophiopogon, for example, can be planted at its base.
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Planting and care
The 'Wisselink' Horse Chestnut is best planted in spring or autumn in deep soil, preferably quite rich, slightly acidic, neutral or slightly chalky, not drying out too much in summer. Plant it in a semi-shaded position, in a clear location so that it can be seen. Its foliage dislikes the scorching afternoon sun, especially in hot regions. Water and mulch to keep the soil moist for the young plants. Once well rooted, it will generally be satisfied with rainwater.
To limit attacks from pests (rarely fatal), collect the leaves in autumn and get rid of them. Trapping male butterflies using a pheromone trap (funnel traps) limits the attacks.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.
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