State Trees Series: Ohio, Ohio Buckeye

The state tree of Ohio is the Ohio buckeye (Aesculus glabra), designated in 1953. This tree is known for its distinctive, shiny brown nuts, which resemble the eye of a deer, or -buck's eye.- The buckeye tree produces yellow-green flowers in spring and turns vibrant shades of orange and red in the fall. While the nuts are toxic to humans, they have been historically carried as good luck charms. The tree symbolizes Ohio's identity, giving the state its nickname, -The Buckeye State.- The State Trees collection is a unique way to show your state pride! Choose your state, or pick your favorite tree from the collection and watch it come to life. This would make a great gift for a fellow out-of-state puzzle-lover. Go on an 'adventure across the country' and collect them all!