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The horse chestnut prefers bright, warm locations
Which location is suitable for the horse chestnut?
The original home of the Common Horse Chestnut is in the mountains and gorges of the Middle East and Southeastern Europe. But long ago the deciduous tree with spreading crown and candle-shaped flowers has become native to Central and Western Europe.
As a location, the horse chestnut prefers a sunny spot, just like the sweet chestnut, with which it is not related by the way. A permeable, deep soil is best. He should also be slightly acidic to alkaline. Because of its sweeping crown, the horse chestnut needs a lot of space and should not be planted directly at the house.
The essentials in brief:
Tips
In order for your horse chestnut to come into its own during flowering, you should plant the tree as a solitaire (one at a time) with enough space around it.