Add a bold statement to your garden with the Red Buckeye (Aesculus pavia), a stunning tree that brings both color and structure to your landscape. Growing between 8–35 feet tall with a spread of 5–20 feet, this versatile tree produces showy red flowers in the spring, adding a vibrant touch to shady spaces. By fall, it forms brown fruit, which, while visually striking, should be handled with care as both the fruit and foliage are toxic.
Thriving in part to full shade, the Red Buckeye prefers moist but well-drained loam or sandy soils, with a slightly acidic to neutral pH range of 6.1–7.5. Its compact size makes it an excellent choice for naturalizing shaded areas or enhancing woodland gardens. A true seasonal beauty, the Red Buckeye combines eye-catching blooms with low-maintenance growth requirements, making it a favorite among gardeners with shady spaces.
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