Aesculus Glabra
Ohio Buckeye
Long lived slow growing tree with compound foliage which develops excellent autumn colour. Common as an understory tree in the western half of Ohio, where the soils are more alkaline in pH. and can reach a height 20m it produces a large domed canopy, with flower speers 10-30cms tall are often referred to as candles, that mature into seed in husks 2-4 cms diam.
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Full sun to partial shade
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Occasional watering
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Full Frost Hardy: 5F (-15°C)
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All soil conditions
Common name
Ohio Buckeye
Latin name
Aesculus Glabra
type
Deciduous trees or shrubs
family
Sapindaceae
ph
7.0 - 8.5 Acid - Neutral
Plant & bloom calendar
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Best time to plant
full grown dimensions
Aesculus Glabra
Long lived slow growing tree with compound foliage which develops excellent autumn colour. Common as an understory tree in the western half of Ohio, where the soils are more alkaline in pH. and can reach a height 20m it produces a large domed canopy, with flower speers 10-30cms tall are often referred to as candles, that mature into seed in husks 2-4 cms diam.
Planting season
From Early Autumn TO Mid Autumn
Young trees should be planted in their permanent position as soon as is practical. If they are large enough, at the end of their first growing season and certainly at the end of the second. Do not allow them to be grown in too shallow a container for any length of time. To plant, dig a hole about three times the width of the root ball and deep enough so that the top of the rootball is flush with the soil. Once the tree is placed in the hole, ensure it is straight before adding some of the soil to anchor it in place. Fill the hole with water, allowing it to absorb before adding organic matter and remaining soil. Tamp down lightly to eliminate any air pockets and add a layer of mulch to help retain moisture and keep out weeds.