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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 4–8Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — Large, palmate leaves turn yellow-brown in fall

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

Type
Shrub
Family
Sapindaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — the Horsechestnut commands attention with its splendid floral display; brown seeds commonly termed, image 79
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — reaching lengths of up to 12 inches; rise prominently above the foliage, image 83
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — shrub with white blooms; reaching lengths of up to 12 inches
Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus Parviflora) — shrub for full; consider its mature size and make allowances for adequate space to accommodate its, image 93
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