New England Wild Flower Society

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Aesculus pavia

red buckeye

Red buckeye is nevertheless a choice specimen for those seeking a shorter tree. Its ample panicles of red trumpet-shaped flowers attract hummingbirds in the spring, and may then yeild a shiny seed capsules, generally unappealing to mammals.

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Height: 12-15 ft
Spread: 2-15 ft
Hardiness Zone: 4-8


Bloom Color: Red

Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
• Species
Exposure
• Sun
• Part Shade
Soil Moisture
• Average
Ecoregion
• Not Ecotypic in New England
• (58) Northeastern Highlands
Ornamental Interest
• Spring Bloom
• Fall/Winter Fruit
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Hummingbirds
• Attracts Bees
• Attracts Butterflies
Tolerance
• Deer/Rabbit Resistant
• Compaction Tolerant
• Urban Environment
Landscape Use
• Specimen


North American Distribution


red buckeye - Aesculus pavia from Native Plant Trust
Photo by Dan Jaffe (c) Native Plant Trust