California buckeye
Aesculus californica
- Hippocastanaceae
- Dicot
- Perennial
- Tree, Shrub
- ≈ 25 ft tall
About California buckeye
California buckeye is a delightful native shrub or small tree that truly earns its place in a home garden. Birds and other wildlife love its creamy white or pale pink spring flowers, and the blooms are simply beautiful to watch. The tree's rounded shape and interesting branching pattern add nice structure to your yard even in winter. It's a real showstopper when it flowers, and you'll feel good knowing you're supporting California's native creatures.
This buckeye is pretty easygoing once established. It's a perennial, so it'll stick around for years with minimal fussing. Plant it where it gets good sun and let it settle in naturally. The tree actually goes dormant in summer, which is perfectly normal and nothing to worry about. You're making a smart choice for your garden with this lovely native plant.