[CANUFNET] Ohio Buckeye, Aesculus glabra, Tree to be used on Public Property and if so how? Fruit toxicity issue

[pwynnyczuk at richmondhill.ca]

A concern was brought my attention respecting the use of this non-native 
tree as a  street tree. Attached is the link associated with the 
information presented.

1) Is this tree currently part of your inventory and if so, have you had 
to address the issue and how?

2) If using this species, have any of the Nurseries you purchased  from 
advised you of this fruit toxicity issue?

Our situation is we have recently introduced this tree in our pallette of 
street trees and now need some further research on how to reasonably 
address the issue. 
Please advise on this matter as it may have implications beyond the 
purchase and planting of the trees, as it  could affect Growers and 
Nurseries.
Regards,
Peter Wynnyczuk

Urban Forestry Supervisor
Town of Richmond Hill
Parks, Recreation and Culture Department
Telephone:  905 780-2930
Fax:  905 884-0935
Internet: pwynnyczuk at richmondhill.ca
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