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Estimated Height at Pickup: 2-3′, 5 gal

Excellent for shady borders and layering, bottlebrush buckeye had conspicuous blooms and retains its fall leaves longer than other buckeyes. Generally less susceptible to mildews than other buckeyes, leaves may scorch in too much sun. Intolerant of dry conditions, particularly when unestablished. Deer resistant, spreads slowly by rhizome to form a small stand.

Pollination: 2+ individuals need.

Light: Part Sun/Shade, Shade

Soil Moisture: Wet Mesic, Mesic

Soil Type: Loam, Sandy Loam, Rocky Loam

Height: 8-12

Width: 8-15

Bloom Color: White

Bloom Time: Jun-Jul

Fruit: Similar to Ohio buckeyes, nuts mature in fall. Fruit may not mature in Indiana.

Fall Color: Yellow

Root Type: Rhizome

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Flowers are known to attract large bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. All parts of the plant are toxic, so are rarely browsed by herbivores.