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Aesculus californica [Oregon collection]
Also Known As
- California Buckeye
Plant type
tree, shrub
size
- H: 15'-30'
- W: 15'-30'
planting zones
- 7a-10b
Aesculus californica [Oregon collection] plant details
Aesculus californica [Oregon collection] is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer cream and pink flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Aesculus californica [Oregon collection]
- Plant type: shrub or tree
- Plant family: sapindaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 15 FT - 30 FT - wide, 15 FT - 30 FT - tall
- Flowers: cream and pink blooms in summer
- Uses: fragrant, multi-trunked
GROWING CONDITIONS for Aesculus californica [Oregon collection]
- USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
Garden photo gallery of Aesculus californica [Oregon collection]
By: Eugene Zelenko
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By: Patricia Cunningham
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By: Patricia Cunningham
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Gardening facts about Aesculus californica [Oregon collection] plant
How to Grow Aesculus californica [Oregon collection]
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Fruit
- brown
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Landscape groups by tags
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aka California Buckeye, California Horse Chestnut
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
6b-11
Size
Height: 10'-40'
Width: 15'-40'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
6b-9b
Size
Height: 5'-15'
Width: 5'-15'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - regular
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Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
5a-9b
Size
Height: 15'-25'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - occasional
aka Aesculus splendens, Red Buckeye
Plant Type
Tree, Shrub
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 15'-20'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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Plant Type
Tree
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 20'-35'
Width: 20'-30'
- sun - dappled shade
- regular - occasional
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