Aesculus hippocastanum ‘Monstrosa’

Monstrosa Horse Chestnut

A super dwarf deciduous little monster with fascinating fasciation (sorry I could not resist). The branches are extremely stunted, mildly contorted and unusually flat – this last trait as a class of plants in the trade are referred to as “crested”. The overall look is that of a very slow, small densely arranged tree forming a small irregular rounded tree. Ideal for the rock garden or small / miniature landscape.

Foliage:
The light green palmate compound leaves are small as comparted to the species but not miniature. The overall look is semi-sort of tropical and the fall color is a fair yellow.

Bark:
No notable bark characteristics

Flower:
We have seen no flowers on our stock plant and due to the stunted growth I do not expect so see any in the near future, if ever. In the event they do eventually bloom then I would expect a diminutive form of the typical white terminal panicles.

Fruit:
No fruit seen, nor can I find any online or written verification of this cultivar setting fruit.

Size:
Height 3’-4’
Width 3’-4’
Based on a 10-year in Oregon growing conditions

Zone:
3 to 8

Aesculus hippocastanum ‘Monstrosa’

Monstrosa

$ 145
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Monstrosa

$ 150
Limit One Plant