Aesculus flava
Yellow Buckeye
Tree Characteristics
Leaves:
Deciduous
Height:
18 - 23m
Width:
8 - 11m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Tree Tolerances
Plant Hardiness Zone:
4, 5, 6
Shade Tolerance:
Full Sun Part Shade
pH Tolerance:
Tolerant of acid to slightly alkaline soil (pH 5.0 to 7.5)
Drought Tolerance:
Moderate
Flooding Tolerance:
Low
Salt Spray Tolerance:
Unknown
Soil Salt Tolerance:
Unknown
Planting site and Native Range
Planting Site:
Parks, Residential, Wide Median
Native to Ontario:
No
Native to North America:
Yes
Photo provided by Glen Lumis
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Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photo provided by Glen Lumis
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Photograph provided by www.ebben.nl/en/treeebb/
Insects and Diseases
No serious or common issues in the urban environment. Leaf blotch can be an issue with this species.
Management Notes
- Seeds are reportedly toxic but rarely palatable
- Fruit litter may be an issue
- Less leaf scorch compared to other Aesculus species