Xanthoceras sorbifolium

A far too rarely seen large, upright, deciduous shrub from N China. Its leaves are dainty like a Rowan and the flowers kinda remind one of a Horse Chestnut, lovely as they are, borne in erect panicles, white with a carmine eye in June. Flowering is usually very heavy. Very hardy, drought tolerant and suitable for either acid or alkaline soils in sun.