Buckeyes are known for their flower displays in May, and yellow buckeyes are no exception. This Illinois native produces yellow flowers in upright clusters measuring up to 6 inches tall. In fall, the leaves display a yellow-orange color. It is susceptible to leaf blotch and may be difficult to find in nurseries. Formerly known as Aesculus octandra.
- Family (English) Soapberry (formerly Horse-chestnut)
- Family (botanic) Sapindaceae (formerly Hippocastanaceae)
- Planting site City parkway, Residential and parks, Wide median
- Tree or plant type Tree
- Foliage Deciduous (seasonally loses leaves)
- Native locale Illinois, North America
- Size range Large tree (more than 40 feet)
- Mature height 60-80 feet
- Mature width 25-35 feet
- Light exposure Full sun (6 hrs direct light daily), Partial sun / shade (4-6 hrs light daily)
- Hardiness zones Zone 4, Zone 5 (Northern Illinois), Zone 6 (City of Chicago), Zone 7, Zone 8
- Soil preference Acid soil, Moist, well-drained soil
- Tolerances Alkaline soil, Dry sites, Wet sites
- Season of interest mid spring, early fall, mid fall
- Flower color and fragrance Yellow
- Shape or form Oval, Upright
- Growth rate Moderate
- Transplants well No
- Planting considerations May be difficult to find in nurseries, Messy fruit/plant parts
- Wildlife Small mammals
- Has cultivars No
