Aesculus octandra ~ Yellow Buckeye

The Yellow Buckeye, also known as Aesculus flava, is a large deciduous tree that is native to the eastern United States. It's known for its showy yellow flowers in spring and its unique, buckeye nuts in the fall. This tree typically grows to a height of 50-75 feet with a similar spread. It prefers full sun to part shade and thrives best in well-drained, moist, fertile soils. The Yellow Buckeye is a great choice for large landscapes where it has room to spread. The flowers of the Yellow Buckeye are yellow and appear in upright clusters in the spring. The leaves are compound and have a dark green color that turns yellow in the fall. The buckeye nuts are encased in a husk and are a favorite of squirrels. Type:  Tree Origins: Appalachian Mountains  Height:  50' - 75' Spread:  30' - 50' Spacing:  40' USDA Hardiness Zone:  4 - 8 Culture:  Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color:  Yellow Season of Interest:  Spring, Fall MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low