AESCULUS flava

The upright-oval to slightly spreading crown has dark green leaves that turn pumpkin orange in fall and are not bothered by the foliage diseases of common horsechestnut. Flowers yellowish-green in May. Native.

Product Description

AESCULUS flava – Yellow Buckeye

(aka octandra)

The upright-oval to slightly spreading crown has dark green leaves that turn pumpkin orange in fall and are not bothered by the foliage diseases of common horsechestnut. Flowers are a lemon yellow color in April to May. Prefers a deep, moist, well drained soil. Ideal for large landscapes, ornamental shade tree, woodland areas and parks. Native.

Sun: Full Sun/Part Shade

Soil: Average, Moist, Well-drained

Size: Height 50-70ft., Width 30-50ft.

Zone: 4-8

Flower: Lemon Yellow, Showy

Bloom Time: April To May

Attributes: Great Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Hardy.