Please identify this tree

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    jessinvan New Member

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    Hi all,

    I planted an acorn in 2018 and am wondering what type of oak (?) it is. I picked it up on East 3rd between Lakewood and Templeton in Vancouver. I am very novice when it comes to anything like this so your help is appreciated!
     

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    wcutler Paragon of Plants Forums Moderator VCBF Cherry Scout 10 Years

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    That was no acorn - it was the seed from a horse chestnut (not really a chestnut, just the common name), based on what is growing here. These can grow to be very big trees.
    The botanical name is Aesculus hippocastanum.
     
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    Silver surfer Generous Contributor 10 Years

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    Yay! Thank you!
     
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    Thanks!
     
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    Eric La Fountaine Contributor Forums Moderator 10 Years

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    They are beautiful trees for large landscapes--parks and such, but I would not plant one in my yard--too large and messy.
     
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