Ohio Buckeye
Best native tree for establishing a healthy landscape.
The Ohio Buckeye is a small to medium-sized deciduous tree that thrives in rich or rocky wooded areas. Its palmate leaves emerge bright green, deepen to dark green in summer, and display yellow, orange, or red fall color. Small flowers in shades of red, yellow, and yellow-green bloom in early spring, attracting butterflies and pollinators. The tree produces buckeye fruits within spiny capsules. It's ideal for naturalized and woodland landscapes and serves as a larval host for the Luna moth.
$34.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.4
/ 5
Category Rank
1333
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#1333 in Trees
Price vs Category Average
-67%
Below average
Mature Height
2040
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique visual interest and dynamic seasonal landscape changes.
- Environmentally conscious homeowners wanting to enhance local ecological health.
- Busy property owners needing a resilient, long-term landscape solution.
Who should skip it
- Families with young children or pet owners concerned about plant safety.
- Homeowners desiring a tidy landscape with minimal seasonal maintenance.
- Individuals sensitive to strong plant smells or planning close proximity planting.
Key Specs
Mature Height
20' - 40'
Container Size
1 Gallon
Bloom Time
April, May
Bloom Color
Green, Yellow
Soil Moisture
Medium
Soil Type
Average, medium, well-drained
Hardiness Zone
3, 4, 5, 6, 7
Light Requirements
Part shade, Part Sun, Full sun
Features
- Attracts butterflies and pollinators
- Larval host for Luna moth
- Vibrant fall color
- Suitable for woodland landscapes
- Container grown option
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the robust quality and reliable health of the Ohio Buckeye plants upon arrival. Many reviewers highlight the careful packaging, ensuring the trees reach their new homes in excellent condition, ready for planting. The plants are often described as vigorous and quick to establish, exceeding expectations for online plant purchases. This strong initial health contributes significantly to overall satisfaction, making it a dependable choice for those seeking native trees.
Know before you buy
The Ohio Buckeye typically reaches a mature height of 20 to 40 feet. You should plant it in an area that can accommodate its eventual spread, ideally in a woodland or naturalized setting where it has room to develop its canopy.
The Ohio Buckeye is hardy in zones 3 through 7. It is a versatile native species that performs well across a wide range of climates within these regions.
This tree is adaptable and can thrive in full sun, part sun, or part shade. For the best growth and fall color, choose a location that receives at least a few hours of direct sunlight daily.
Yes, it is an excellent choice for supporting local ecosystems. The spring flowers attract butterflies and various pollinators, and the tree serves as a vital larval host for the Luna moth.
It prefers average, well-drained soil with medium moisture levels. While it is native to rich or rocky wooded areas, it will perform best in your landscape if the soil is kept consistently moist but not waterlogged.
The 1-gallon container size is a young, established tree that is ideal for transplanting. Because it is container-grown, it has a well-developed root system that helps it establish more quickly in your landscape compared to bare-root alternatives.
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