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Bottlebrush Buckeye

Aesculus Parviflora

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Overview

The Common Horsechestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a stately deciduous tree, growing to 50-75 feet tall with a similar spread. Recognized for its showy, pyramid-shaped clusters of white flowers with red spots, it blooms in late spring. Large, palmate leaves turn yellow-brown in fall. Prefers deep, fertile soil. Offers dense shade and produces spiny fruits. Ideal as a specimen tree for large spaces. Zones 3-8, with moderate growth rate.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–8Climate Temperate
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Recognized for its showy, pyramid-shaped clusters of white flowers with red spots, it blooms in late spring

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
4–8

Shape & size

Mature height
8–12 Ft.
Mature width
8–15 Ft.

Classification

Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — brown seeds commonly termed "conkers." While these nuts are toxic if ingested
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — they add to the tree\'s interest in the landscape.<br><br>Adaptable to a wide range of soil conditions
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — When designing with this species
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — white flowers in the garden
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — consider its mature size and make allowances for adequate space to accommodate its impressive growth
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — shrub for full
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — shrub with white blooms
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Prefers deep, fertile soil; the Common Horsechestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a stately deciduous tree
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Ideal as a specimen tree for large spaces; this foliage provides a visual treat by turning a rich
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — The Common Horsechestnut (Aesculus hippocastanum) is a stately deciduous tree; large, palmate leaves turn
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — growing to 50-75 feet tall with a similar spread; demonstrating a commanding
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Recognized for its showy, pyramid-shaped clusters of white flowers with red spots, it blooms in late spring; erect
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Large, palmate leaves turn yellow-brown in fall; the Horsechestnut prefers well-drained loams and full sun to
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Offers dense shade and produces spiny fruits; zones 3-8, with moderate growth rate
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Zones 3-8, with moderate growth rate; the tree produces its namesake fruit: a prickly green capsule containing one
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — with palmately compound leaves spanning 5 to 12 inches in length; it tolerates urban pollution fairly well, making
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — this foliage provides a visual treat by turning a rich; making it an excellent choice for accentuating the design
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — It typically attains a height of around 50 to 75 feet with a similar spread at maturity; prefers deep, fertile soil
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — demonstrating a commanding; broad and rounded crown.<br><br>The tree is renowned for its striking foliage
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — broad and rounded crown.<br><br>The tree is renowned for its striking foliage; adorned with subtle splashes of red
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Each dark green, glossy leaf comprises 5 to 7 leaflets, which create a dynamic texture in the landscape; growing to
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — making it an excellent choice for accentuating the design of expansive gardens and parks; white flowers in the
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Erect panicles of white flowers; shrub with white blooms
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — rise prominently above the foliage; with palmately compound leaves spanning 5 to 12 inches in length

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