Bottlebrush Buckeye (Aesculus parviflora) 1 GAL
Fall Species
This Species is typically available during our Fall Sale Preorders in August, and/or the in-person Fall Sale Mid-September through Mid-October at Geist Nursery in Fishers, IN.
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This species is not available this year. We hope to see it next Fall!
Excellent for shady borders and layering, bottlebrush buckeye had conspicuous blooms and retains its fall leaves longer than other buckeyes. Generally less susceptible to mildews than other buckeyes, leaves may scorch in too much sun. Intolerant of dry conditions, particularly when unestablished. Deer resistant, spreads slowly by rhizome to form a small stand.
Pollination: 2+ individuals need.
Light: Part Sun/Shade, Shade
Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic
Soil Type: Loam, Sandy Loam, Rocky Loam
Height: 8’-12’
Width: 8’-15’
Bloom Color: White
Bloom Time: Jun-Jul
Fruit: Similar to Ohio buckeyes, nuts mature in fall. Fruit may not mature in Indiana.
Fall Color: Yellow
Root Type: Rhizome
Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers are known to attract large bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. All parts of the plant are toxic, so are rarely browsed by herbivores.
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