Clump forming large shrub or small tree. Excellent for naturalizing. Foliage is dark green with no appreciable fall color. Leaves emerge very early and drop early. Red flowers in panicles and nuts are small and smooth. Leaf problems are not critical. Seeds and young shoots are poisonous to humans if eaten. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies. Botanical Name- Aesculus pavia Pronunciation- ESS-kew-lus PAY-vee-uh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 15 ft Mature Height- 15 ft Sun Exposure- Full sun to part sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil Current Size- 3 Bloom Color- Red Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- American Beautyberry – native shrubs, bright fruit and blooms Fauna Attracted- Bees (especially bumblebees), hummingbirds (occasionally), migratory birds for seeds Plant Habit- Shrub
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C40 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune right after flowering to maintain shape. Water consistently during dry periods. Feed lightly in spring with compost or slow-release fertilizer. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to remove damaged or crossing branches. Avoid heavy shaping cuts. Fertilization Instructions- Use a slow-release, balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need. Alleviate clay compaction around the root zone to improve root growth. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Leaf blotch, Japanese beetles, scale, powdery mildew
