Bottlebrush Buckeye
Aesculus parviflora
Also known as
Dwarf Buckeye, Dwarf Horse Chestnut, Shrubby Pavia
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Full Sun
Moderate care
Moderate watering
Frost Hardy
H5
RHS hardiness
-15°C
Minimum temperature
Expected size
Height | Spread | |
|---|---|---|
4m | Max | 8m |
2.5m | Min | 4m |
20 years to reach maturity
Flowering
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spring
-
summer
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autumn
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winter
This plant has no fragrance
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Bottlebrush Buckeye Overview
A large spreading shrub with typical horse chestnut leaves. It's upright panicles of scented white flowers in summer, are sometimes followed by smooth skinned fruits.
Common problems with Bottlebrush Buckeye
Generally pest free but can suffer from canker, Coral spot and leaf spot problems.
How to harvest Bottlebrush Buckeye
Generally not harvested from.
How to propagate Bottlebrush Buckeye
Suckers
Seed
Layering
The branches of this shrub will naturally layer and this is the usual method of propagation, which can be done in the spring or autumn.
Other uses of Bottlebrush Buckeye
A low maintenance shrub which suits larger gardens in beds or borders.