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THE Dwarf
Red Buckeye
About the Dwarf
Red Buckeye :
The Dwarf Red Buckeye tree, Aesculus
pavia, is one of the first plants in the
woodland to reawaken in spring. The Red
Buckeye trees starts sending out tender new
leaves as early as February, up to a month
before the surrounding oaks and maples show
any sign of renewed life. Red buckeye’s
lavish carmine flowers come early, too, and
are an important source of food for
hummingbirds in the months before most other
plants are in flower.
This deciduous tree is a wonderful little
tree to plant at the edge of a woodland
garden, near a patio, or as the focal point
at the curve of a path. It is especially
pretty when underplanted with early spring
wildflowers. Its large, drooping, dark green
leaves provide plenty of interest throughout
the growing season. The lush foliage also
provides excellent cover for songbirds. Red
buckeye should be recommended to all
impatient gardeners, because it brings
instant gratification: It starts blooming
when it is just 3 feet tall. It is known for
its deep crimson flowers borne in early
summer. It is easy to grow. |
