Bottlebrush Buckeye
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Bottlebrush Buckeye |
| Botanical Name | Aesculus parviflora |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Mature Height | 10 to 12 ft |
| Mature Width | 12 to 15 ft |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | June to July |
| Seasonal Interest | Spring, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Yellow-Green |
| Attributes | Deer Resistant |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | No |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Partial Sun, Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Low |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Requires 1" of water per week during the growing season. |
| Fertilize Notes | Fertilize in late fall or very early spring if soil tests indicate the need. |
| Prune Notes | Prune lightly after blooming and prune suckers to keep it compact. Late winter pruning is only required the first few years to develop fullness. |