Red Buckeye
(Aesculus pavia)
Other Information
Physical Characteristics
Type: Tree
Height: 10 - 20 ft
Spread: 10 - 20 ft
Flower Color: Red
Flower Time: Spring (Apr - May)
Fruit Type: Buckeye
Fruit Color: Brown / Bronze
Autumn Color: Insignificant
Sun Conditions: Full Sun / Part Shade
Shade Tolerance: Medium
Moisture Preference: Medium
Deer Resistance*: High
Dog Safe**: No (Toxic)
Conservation Status (MD): N/A
Other Names:
*Deer resistance can vary based on many factors
**Always consult with a veterinarian about plants toxic to dogs and other animals
Wildlife Benefits:
Red Buckeye is a nectar source for bees and pollinators that will also attract hummingbirds. The seeds are generally avoided by wildlife but are eaten by squirrels. It is a host plant for 37 species of caterpillars.