| 1–3 | — | $84.00 ea |
|---|---|---|
| 4-9 | 5% off | $79.80 ea |
| 10-19 | 10% off | $75.60 ea |
| 20+ | 15% off | $71.40 ea |
Low stock: 4 left
Aesculus parviflora
Choose Bottlebrush Buckeye if you have room in a shaded or partly shaded bed and want a native shrub with big midsummer bloom. The tradeoff is size: it spreads into a colony, so it is not for tight foundation planting.
| Category | Grade | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Impact | A | The large leaves and upright flower spikes give it real presence in broad beds and woodland-style plantings. |
| Growth Rate | B | It develops at a steady pace but should not be treated as an instant screen. |
| Maintenance | B- | Routine care is simple, but the spreading habit needs space or occasional control. |
| Deer Resistance | A- | Deer usually pass this by, since the foliage deters browsing, though no plant is completely immune where pressure is severe. |
| Small Space Fit | D | This shrub gets broad and colony-forming, so it is a poor fit for tight beds. |
| Screening Value | C+ | It can add seasonal mass, but it is deciduous and not dense enough for dependable privacy. |
At PGNE, we'd typically recommend Bottlebrush Buckeye for the back of a large shaded bed, not as a front-yard foundation shrub. Give it room from the start and let the shape stay natural.
| Mature Height | 10 ft |
|---|---|
| Mature Width | 11.5 ft |
| Hardiness Zones | 4a-8a |
| Spacing | 10 ft |
| Sun | Full Sun to Part Shade |
| Moisture | Average to moist |
| Growth Habit | Rounded, suckering, spreading |
Yes, gradually; that is useful in naturalized areas but a problem in tight spaces.
Yes, it is one of the better large shrubs for bloom in partly shaded sites.
No, use light cleanup only and avoid forcing it into a formal shape.
Pro Growers of New England, Inc
SKU:PGNE-31033
Your grow zone
—
Enter your zip to see your USDA hardiness zone.
We use your zone to recommend plants that survive your winters, and to estimate when your order ships — we ship each plant when the weather where you live is right for it.
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
The plants are beautiful and all 13 were consistent in height and width. And at a fraction of the cost of other garden centers. Having the team that delivered them do the planting was one of the best values I can think of. They did a great job from start to finish and even helped me with my watering system which they didn’t have to do!
Very nice
Guys installed for me as well
Great job
Huge selection and fast delivery. All plants arrived in great condition.
Great prices and Unbelievable selection of big and small trees, shrubs, and flowering perennials! Nicest folks to work with. And local delivery is awesome! First time purchasing from this company, , and have already told friends, neighbors and family. The owner Chris is professional, knowledgeable, and yet laid back in a most friendly way. Mags in the office will help with any details. My all time BEST garden purchase EVER!
Bought 8-10 ft and all were barely 8 if you count the container. Trees are thin and lots of brown branches and broken branches due you thrown in box truck no wrapping or anything. Hoping they survive and thicken up quick…
I went up there today from Quincy MA to pick up two Blue Wichita Junipers and they were absolutely beautiful. Thank you, Chris and everybody from Pro Growers of New England!
