Ohio Buckeye

Showy greenish white flowers; Ohio's state tree

Botanical Name- Aesculus glabra

Pronunciation- es-KYOO-lus GLAY-bruh

Foliage- Deciduous

Mature Width- 20 ft

Mature Height- 40 ft

Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun

Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil

Current Size- 1.5"

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Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially bumblebees), hummingbirds (occasionally), migratory birds for seeds

Plant Habit- Tree

Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PD3 7

Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove weak branches. Water during dry spells, especially when young. Mulch around the base to retain soil moisture.

Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to promote airflow in the canopy. Remove lower limbs as needed to enhance form.

Fertilization Instructions- Use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need. Alleviate clay compaction around the root zone to improve root growth.

Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone

Possible Issues- Leaf blotch, Japanese beetles, scale, powdery mildew