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I was sold this plant 4 or 5 years ago as a ninebark shrub. It sure looks like a chestnut tree to me! Can you confirm this? If so, I need to move i...
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Tree or shrub?? #870419
Asked May 28, 2024, 12:52 PM EDT
I was sold this plant 4 or 5 years ago as a ninebark shrub. It sure looks like a chestnut tree to me! Can you confirm this? If so, I need to move it as it’s too close to the foundation. Any tips on that besides dig a bit hole?
Alpena County Michigan
Expert Response
Hi Sandy,
This looks like a horse chestnut tree.
https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/cny-treephenology-horsechestnut.htm
It is a beautiful tree with wonderful flowers! They do produce spiky fruits that drop into the yard.
If you decide to keep it (I would!!) they you will certainly have to move it to a new location as the tree has a spreading branch pattern.
Below is a link to a simple guide to planting a tree.
https://www.treesaregood.org/Portals/0/TreesAreGood_New%20Tree%20Planting_0621.pdf
Be sure to call MIss Dig first - and plant this tree as far from any overhead wires as possible.
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Thank you,
-Julie
This looks like a horse chestnut tree.
https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/cny-treephenology-horsechestnut.htm
It is a beautiful tree with wonderful flowers! They do produce spiky fruits that drop into the yard.
If you decide to keep it (I would!!) they you will certainly have to move it to a new location as the tree has a spreading branch pattern.
Below is a link to a simple guide to planting a tree.
https://www.treesaregood.org/Portals/0/TreesAreGood_New%20Tree%20Planting_0621.pdf
Be sure to call MIss Dig first - and plant this tree as far from any overhead wires as possible.
Feel free to reach out with any questions!
Thank you,
-Julie
