Yellow Buckeye

Yellow Buckeye (Aesculus flava) also known as Sweet Buckeye is the tallest and healthiest of the Buckeyes and is a native tree to eastern North America. Yellow Buckeye is known for its attractive, palmately compound leaves that turn vibrant shades of yellow and gold in the fall, providing a stunning autumn display.

The tree produces attractive, bottlebrush-like panicles of yellow flowers in the spring, a valuable nectar source for pollinators. The resulting fruits, although inedible to humans, are attractive to wildlife. As a medium to large-sized tree, Yellow Buckeye offers excellent shade and can serve as a focal point or specimen tree in landscapes.

Once established, it is relatively low-maintenance and adaptable to various soil types, making it suitable for various garden settings. Choosing native trees like Yellow Buckeye can promote biodiversity and support local ecosystems.