The Fort McNair Red Horse Chestnut (Aesculus x carnea 'Fort McNair') is a striking deciduous tree that is highly valued for its beautiful, showy red flowers that bloom in the spring. The tree can grow up to 40 feet tall and has a broad, rounded canopy that provides ample shade in the summer months. The leaves are dark green and palmate, with five to seven leaflets that turn a beautiful yellow-orange color in the fall. The Fort McNair Red Horse Chestnut is also prized for its ornamental fruit, which is a spiny capsule that contains shiny brown nuts. This hardy tree is easy to grow and adapts well to a variety of soil types and growing conditions. It is particularly well-suited for use as a specimen tree or as a shade tree in larger landscapes. With its vibrant spring flowers, attractive foliage, and ornamental fruit, the Fort McNair Red Horse Chestnut is an excellent choice for adding beauty and interest to any landscape.