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California Buckeye

Scientific Name: Aesculus californica (Spach) Nutt.
Family: Hippocastanaceae

California Buckeye (Aesculus californica), U.S.D.A. Drawing, courtesy Hunt Institute

Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: 4-10,12,14-24

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: California

Growth Habits: Shrub or tree, 10 to 20 feet tall (3 to 6 m.), up to 20 feet in spread (6 m.), green compound palmate leaves

Flowers: White flowers, in early spring to late spring

Watering Needs: Moderate water to regular water, drought tolerant

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