Aesculus sp. (Buckeye)

Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) pink flower close up with yellow centers and surrounding green leaves.
Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) tall pink flower spike with delicate yellow centers amidst lush green foliage.

Botanical name: Aesculus sp.

Common names: Buckeye, Horse Chestnut, Horse-chestnut

Family: Sapindaceae

USDA Plant Hardiness Map

USDA Zone: 3-8

Large tree taller than 20 ftPlant form: Large tree
Plant mature sizeMature height: 20 ft or more
Full sunSemi-shadeSun exposure: Full sun or bright light indoor; semi-shade
Cold toleranceCold tolerance: Frost sensitive. Protect from freezing.
Watering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryWatering: Moderate
Pink flowersWhite, off-white flowersYellow, orange flowersFlower color: Pink; white and off-white; yellow, orange
Suitable forSuitable for: Outdoors in the suitable USDA zone; large gardens
Plant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsWildlife: Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

The genus Aesculus, with species called Buckeye and Horse Chestnut, comprises 13â€"19 species of flowering plants . They are trees and shrubs native to the temperate Northern Hemisphere, with six species native to North America and seven to 13 species native to Eurasia. Several hybrids occur.

Similar plants: Aesculus sp. (Buckeye)


Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) light green leaves and flower buds in a detailed close up.
Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) young green leaves and textured flower buds emerging from brown woody branches.
Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) white flower spikes amidst lush green palmately compound leaves on tree branch
Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) flower spikes stand upright against dense foliage on a branched tree section
Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) pink flower spikes growing on green leafy stems in a close up.
Aesculus sp. (Buckeye) pink flower spikes stand tall among green serrated leaves on wooden branches.


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