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Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red'

Also Known As

  • Fall Red Ohio Buckeye

Plant type

tree

size

  • H: 30'-40'
  • W: 30'-40'

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red' plant details

Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge followed by brown fruit. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red'

Plant type: tree
Plant family: sapindaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 30 FT - 40 FT - wide, 30 FT - 40 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: fall color, shade tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In addition to stalks of yellow spring flowers, this attractive and hardy native shade tree offers the unexpected bonus of fine red color in fall. S/M-D

Gardening facts about Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red' plant

How to Grow Aesculus glabra 'Fall Red'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

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

    • humidity tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Fruit

    • brown
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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