Red Buckeye
Aesculus Pavia
Overview
The Red Buckeye, Aesculus pavia, is a deciduous understory shrub or small tree, typically growing 12-15 feet high and wide. It features showy, tubular red flowers, reaching up to 4 inches, that attract hummingbirds in spring. Prefers well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun. Has palmate leaves and produces inedible, smooth brown seeds. Plant in USDA zones 4-8 for a striking spring display and textured foliage.
Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 4–8Type Shrub, TreeClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Extra in Summer, Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–8
Shape & size
- Mature height
- 12–15 Ft.
- Mature width
- 12–15 Ft.
Classification
- Type
- Shrub, Tree
- Family
- Sapindaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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