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Aesculus parviflora var. serotina

Also Known As

  • Aesculus parviflora 'Serotina'
  • Bottlebrush Buckeye

Plant type

tree, shrub

size

  • H: 8'-15'
  • W: 12'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Aesculus parviflora var. serotina plant details

Aesculus parviflora var. serotina is a broadleaf deciduous shrub or tree with green foliage. In summer white 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 - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aesculus parviflora var. serotina

Plant type: shrub or tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 15 FT - wide, 8 FT - 15 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in summer
Uses: big flowers, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aesculus parviflora var. serotina

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Huge (12-18") ?candles? of white appear on this rounded 8-15' native shrub in summer, 2 to 3 weeks later even than the species, followed, in fall, by yellow fall color; handsome as a specimen or massed. S-PSh/M
Late-flowering bottlebrush buckeye blooms two to three weeks later than the standard Aesculus parviflora and the flower spikes are longer at 20-30 in. Tell your clients to put this plant where it has a little freedom to grow and where they will be sure to see the golden fall foliage.

Gardening facts about Aesculus parviflora var. serotina plant

How to Grow Aesculus parviflora var. serotina

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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