.plant-container { font-family: inherit; } .plant-container ul { list-style: none; padding-left: 0; margin-left: 0; } .plant-container li { display: flex; align-items: center; margin-bottom: 8px; line-height: 1.6; padding-left: 0; } .plant-container img { width: 24px; height: auto; margin-right: 10px; vertical-align: middle; flex-shrink: 0; } Bottlebrush Buckeye Aesculus parviflora Description The Bottlebrush Buckeye is a deciduous shrub characterized by large, drooping clusters of white flowers that resemble a bottlebrush. It features palmate leaves and grows up to 12-15 feet tall, making it a striking addition to gardens and landscapes. Suggested Uses Ideal for border plantings, shrub gardens, naturalized areas, and as a specimen plant in landscape design. It attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Plant Details Botanical Name: Bottlebrush Buckeye Aesculus parviflora Common Name: Bottlebrush Buckeye Size & Growth: Typically reaches 12-15 feet tall and 6-10 feet wide, with a moderate growth rate. Hardiness Zones: 4-8 Foliage Type: Deciduous, palmate leaves Bloom Time: Mid to late summer Growth Rate: Moderate Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade Attracts Pollinators: Yes, including bees and butterflies Indoor Friendly: No Container Friendly: Yes, when pruned appropriately Deer Resistant: Yes Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested Fragrant: Yes, during flowering Cut Flower: Yes Grows Well With: Ferns, hostas, and shade-tolerant perennials Care Tips Planting Instructions: Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to partial shade. Space sufficiently for growth. Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods. Soil Type: Prefers rich, loamy, and slightly acidic soil. Humidity: Moderate to high humidity levels are ideal. Pruning Instructions: Prune in late winter or early spring to shape the shrub and remove dead or damaged branches. Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones; minimal winter protection needed in zones 4-5. Planting Depth: Plant at same depth as in nursery containers. Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring annually. Special Care: Maintain consistent watering and avoid over-fertilizing to encourage healthy growth.
